Horticulture NC III CG

K to 12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL LIVELIHOOD TRACK
AGRI-FISHERY ARTS – HORTICULTURE NC III
(640 hours)
These are the specializations and their pre-requisites. These lists should be used as reference for curriculum maps.
AGRI-FISHERY ARTS
Specialization Number of Hours Pre-requisite
1. Agricultural Crops Production (NC I) 320 hours
2. Agricultural Crops Production (NC II)
updated based on TESDA Training Regulations published December 28, 2013 640 hours
3. Agricultural Crops Production (NC III) 640 hours Agricultural Crops Production (NC II)
4. Animal Production (Poultry-Chicken) (NC II) or
Animal Health Care Management (NC III) 320 hours Animal Production (Ruminants) (NC II) or
Animal Production (Swine) (NC II)
5. Animal Production (Poultry-Chicken) (NC II) 320 hours
updated based on TESDA Training Regulations published December 28, 2013
6. Animal Production (Large Ruminants) (NC II) 320 hours
7. Animal Production (Swine) (NC II) 320 hours
8. Aquaculture (NC II) 640 hours
9. Artificial Insemination (Large Ruminants) (NC II) 160 hours Animal Production (Large Ruminants) (NC II)
10. Artificial Insemination (Swine) (NC II) 160 hours Animal Production (Swine) (NC II)
11. Fish Capture (NC II) 640 hours
12. Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance (NC III) 320 hours
13. Fish-Products Packaging (NC II) 320 hours
14. Fish Wharf Operation (NC I) 160 hours
15. Food Processing (NC II) 640 hours
16. Horticulture (NC III) 640 hours Agricultural Crops Production (NC II)
17. Landscape Installation and Maintenance (NC II) 320 hours
18. Organic Agriculture (NC II) 320 hours
19. Pest Management (NC II) 320 hours
20. Rice Machinery Operations (NC II) 320 hours
21. Rubber Processing (NC II) 320 hours
22. Rubber Production (NC II) 320 hours
23. Slaughtering Operations (Hog/Swine/Pig) (NC II) 160 hours
K to 12 Agri-Fishery Arts – Horticulture (NC III) Curriculum Guide May 2016 *LO- Learning Outcomes STVEP Schools may cover more competencies in a week. Page 1 of 72
(640 hours)
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Number of
Specialization Pre-requisite
Hours
1. Attractions and Theme Parks Operations with Ecotourism (NC II) 160 hours
2. Barbering (NC II) 320 hours
3. Bartending (NC II) 320 hours
4. Beauty/Nail Care (NC II) 160 hours
5. Bread and Pastry Production (NC II) 160 hours
6. Caregiving (NC II) 640 hours
7. Commercial Cooking (NC III) 320 hours Cookery (NC II)
8. Cookery (NC II) 320 hours
9. Dressmaking (NC II) 320 hours
10. Events Management Services (NC III) 320 hours
11. Fashion Design (Apparel) (NC III) 640 hours Dressmaking (NC II) or Tailoring (NC II)
12. Food and Beverage Services (NC II) 160 hours
13. Front Office Services (NC II) 160 hours
14. Hairdressing (NC II) 320 hours
15. Hairdressing (NC III) 640 hours Hairdressing (NC II)
16. Handicraft (Basketry, Macrame) (Non-NC) 160 hours
17. Handicraft (Fashion Accessories, Paper Craft) (Non-NC) 160 hours
18. Handicraft (Needlecraft) (Non-NC) 160 hours
19. Handicraft (Woodcraft, Leathercraft) (Non-NC) 160 hours
20. Housekeeping (NC II) 160 hours
21. Local Guiding Services (NC II) 160 hours
22. Tailoring (NC II) 320 hours
23. Tourism Promotion Services (NC II) 160 hours
24. Travel Services (NC II) 160 hours
25. Wellness Massage (NC II) 160 hours
(640 hours)
INDUSTRIAL ARTS
Number of
Hours
1. Automotive Servicing (NC I) 640 hours
2. Automotive Servicing (NC II) 640 hours Automotive Servicing (NC I)
3. Carpentry (NC II) 640 hours
4. Carpentry (NC III) 320 hours Carpentry (NC II)
5. Construction Painting (NC II) 160 hours
6. Domestic Refrigeration and Air-conditioning (DOMRAC) Servicing (NC
640 hours
II)
7. Driving (NC II) 160 hours
8. Electrical Installation and Maintenance (NC II) 640 hours
9. Electric Power Distribution Line Construction (NC II) 320 hours Electrical Installation and Maintenance (NC II)
10. Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing (NC II) 640 hours
11. Furniture Making (Finishing) (NC II) 640 hours
12. Instrumentation and Control Servicing (NC II) 320 hours Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing (EPAS) (NC II)
13. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (NC II) 320 hours Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) (NC II)
14. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) (NC II) 320 hours Shielded Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (NC II)
15. Machining (NC I) 640 hours
16. Machining (NC II) 640 hours Machining (NC I)
17. Masonry (NC II) 320 hours
18. Mechatronics Servicing (NC II) 320 hours Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing (EPAS) (NC II)
19. Motorcycle/Small Engine Servicing (NC II) 320 hours
20. Plumbing (NC I) 320 hours
21. Plumbing (NC II) 320 hours Plumbing (NC I)
22. Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (Packaged Air-Conditioning Unit Domestic Refrigeration and Air-conditioning (DOMRAC)
640 hours
[PACU]/Commercial Refrigeration Equipment [CRE]) Servicing (NC III) Servicing (NC II)
23. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (NC I) 320 hours
24. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (NC II) 320 hours Shielded Metal Arc Welding (NC I)
25. Tile Setting (NC II) 320 hours
26. Transmission Line Installation and Maintenance (NC II) 640 hours Electrical Installation and Maintenance (NC II)
(640 hours)
INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Number of
Hours
1. Animation (NC II) 320 hours
2. Broadband Installation (Fixed Wireless Systems) (NC II) 160 hours Computer Systems Servicing (NC II)
3. Computer Programming (.Net Technology) (NC III) 320 hours
4. Computer Programming (Java) (NC III) 320 hours
5. Computer Programming (Oracle Database) (NC III) 320 hours
6. Computer Systems Servicing (NC II) 640 hours
7. Contact Center Services (NC II) 320 hours
8. Illustration (NC II) 320 hours
9. Medical Transcription (NC II) 320 hours
10. Technical Drafting (NC II) 320 hours
11. Telecom OSP and Subscriber Line Installation
320 hours Computer Systems Servicing (NC II)
(Copper Cable/POTS and DSL) (NC II)
12. Telecom OSP Installation (Fiber Optic Cable) (NC II) 160 hours Computer Systems Servicing (NC II)
(640 hours)
Prerequisite: Agricultural Crops Production NC II
Course Description:
This is a specialization which leads to Horticulture National Certificate Level III (NC III). It covers basic, common, and core competencies for third level certification, such as:
1) leading workplace communication, 2) leading small team, 3)developing and practicing negotiation skills, 4) solving problems related to work activities, 5) using mathematical
concepts and techniques, and 6) using relevant technologies for basic competencies; 7) applying safety measures in farm operations, 8) using farm tools and equipment, and
9) performing estimation and basic calculation for common competencies; 10) preparing land for horticultural crop production,11) implementing a post-harvest program, 12)
implementing a plant nutrition program, 13) controlling weeds and 14) preparing and applying chemicals for core competencies (general). Under the core competencies in
horticulture, it includes: 15) establishing horticultural crops, 16) coordinating horticultural maintenance program, 17) coordinating horticultural harvesting, 18) undertaking field
budding and grafting, and 19) undertaking propagation activities.
This CG also includes elective competencies which the school can choose 3 lessons among the given 9 lessons. These are the following: 1. Following site quarantine procedures
2. collecting samples for a rural production or horticultural monitoring program 3. handling bulk materials in storage area 4. preparing grain storage5. complying with industry
quality assurance requirements 6. maintainng and monitoring environmental work practices 7.keeping records for farm business 8. performing specialized machinery
maintenance 9. installing irrigation systems.
The preliminaries of this course include the following: 1) discussion on the relevance of the course, 2) explanation of key concepts relative to the course, and 3) exploration of
career opportunities.
CONTENT CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE
Introduction
1. Concepts and competencies in The learner demonstrates The learner recognizes his/her 1. Explain the different factors to be considered
performing horticultural farm understanding of one’s Personal Competencies (PECS) in setting up a business.
operations Personal Competencies across horticultural products 2. Assess one’s PEC’s, such as, characteristics,
2. Career Opportunities in (PECS) across horticultural and services and prepares an lifestyle features , and skills.
Horticulture Farm Operations products and services. activity plan that aligns with 3. Assess practitioner’s entrepreneurial
that of a competencies, such as, characteristics,
practitioner/entrepreneur in attributes, lifestyle, skills, and traits.
Horticulture.
DEVELOPING PERSONAL ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS (PECS)
1. Nature of entrepreneurialactivities The learner demonstrates The learner recognizes his/her LO 1. Know the nature of an TLE_ PECS9-12-
2. Assessment of Personal understanding of one’s Personal Entrepreneurial entrepreneurial activity in relation to 00-1
Competencies and Skills (PECS) Personal Competencies Competencies and Skills (PECSs) Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies
vis-à-vis a practicing and Skills (PECS) in and prepares an activity plan that and Skills (PECS) needed in Horticulture.
entrepreneur/ employee in Horticulture. aligns with that of a 1.1 Know the different factors considered in
locality/town practitioner/entrepreneur in setting up businesses.
(640 hours)
2.1 Characteristics Horticulture. 1.2 Identify the characteristics, lifestyle, skills
2.2 Lifestyle of successful entrepreneurs.
2.3 Skills 1.3 Assess one’s PECS: characteristics,
3. Analysis of PECS in relation to a attributes, lifestyle, skills, and traits.
practitioner 1.4 Assess practitioner’s: characteristics,
4. Aligning, strengthening and attributes, lifestyle, skills, and traits.
developing ones PECS based on 1.5 Compare one’s PECS with that of a
the results practitioner /entrepreneur.
1.6 Align one’s PECS with that of a
practitioner/entrepreneur.
UNDERSTANDING THE ENVIRONMENT AND MARKET OF BUSINESSES (EM)
Market (Town) The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Recognize and understand the TLE_ EM9-12-
1. Key concepts of Market understanding of creates a business vicinity map influence of the market and environment 00-1
2. Players in the Market environment and market in reflective of potential Horticulture in businesses.
(Competitors) Horticulture in one’s market within the locality/town. 1.1 Market characteristics
3. Products & services available in town/municipality. 1.2 Forms of businesses across industries
the market 1.3 Needs and demands through environmental
scanning
1.4 4M’s of production
1.5 Start-up capital, site selection, hiring,
registering a business, and record keeping
1.6 SWOT
1.7 Business Plan
BASIC COMPETENCIES
LESSON 1: LEADING WORK PLACE COMMUNICATION (LWC)
 Method of communication The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Lead workplace communication. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Communication skills an understanding of the performs leading work place 1.1 Select appropriate communication 12LWC-Ia-1
 Communication tools underlying theories in communication based on TESDA methods.
 Questioning techniques leading workplace Training Regulations. 1.2 Communicate multiple operations involving
communication. several topics /areas.
1.3 Use questions to generate extra
information.
1.4 Identify correct sources of information
(640 hours)
1.5 Select Information and sequence correctly
when required.
1.6 Maintain verbal and written reporting in
both familiar and unfamiliar situations.
 Method/techniques of discussion LO 2. Lead workplace discussion. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Lead discussion techniques 2.1 Provide responses to workplace issues. 12LWC-Ia-2
 Approaches in soliciting responses 2.2 Discuss constructive contributions to
workplace, such as: issues on production,
quality and safety.
2.3 Communicate goals and aims of actions
taken in the workplace.
 Identitification of problems and LO 3. Identify and communicate issues TLE_AFAHCT9-

issues arising in the workplace. 12LWC-Ia-3
 Organization of information on 3.1 Identifyissues and problems as they arise.
problems and issues 3.2 Organize information coherently regarding
 Relate problems and issues problems and issues to ensure clear and
 Communication barriers affecting effective communication.
workplace discussions. 3.3 Initiate dialogue with appropriate
personnel.
3.4 Address communication problems and
issues as they arise.
LESSON 2: LEADING SMALL TEAM (LST)
 Communication skills required to The learner demonstrates The learner independently lead a LO1. Provide team leadership. TLE_AFAHCT9-
lead small team an understanding of the small team based on TESDA 1.1 Identify work requirements and prescribe 12LST-Ia-4
 Skills and techniques in promoting underlying theories in Training Regulations. these to members.
team building leading a small team. 1.2 Disseminate reasons for instructions and
 Negotiate skills requirements properly to team members.
 Up to date dissemination of 1.3 Recognize and discuss team members’
instruction and requirements to questions, problems, concerns and
members addressed these accordingly.
 Art of listening and treating
individual team members
appropriately
(640 hours)
 Duties and responsibilities of each LO 2. Assign responsibilities among TLE_AFAHCT9-

team member members. 12LST-Ib-5
 Skills in identifying individual skills 2.1 Allocate duties and responsibilities in
,knowledge and attitude as basis accordance to the skills, knowledge and
for allocating responsibilities attitudes of every team member.
 Knowledge in identifying each 2.2 Allocate duties based on the individual
team member duties and preference, domestic and personal
responsibilities considerations.
2.3 Identify and define properly the duties and
responsibilities of each member.
 Knowledge and skills in setting LO 3. Set performance expectation for TLE_AFAHCT9-

individual performance team members. 12LST-Ib-6
target/expectation 3.1 Establish performance expectations based
 Employee policies and procedures on client needs and according to assigned
 Define performance expectations requirements.
criteria 3.2 Perform expectations based on individual
team member’s duties and responsibilities.
3.3 Discuss and disseminate performance
expectations of individual member.
 Knowledge and skills in monitoring LO 4.Supervise team performance. TLE_AFAHCT9-

team member’s performance 4.1 Define monitoring team member’s 12LST-Ib-7
 Monitor team operation to ensure performance based on set performance
compliance to client needs and criteria.
satisfaction 4.2 Provide team members with feedback,
 Methods of monitoring positive support and advice on strategies
performance to overcome any difficulties.
 Informal/formal counseling skills 4.3 Inform team members of any changes in
the priority to allocated assignment or
task.
4.4 Provide communication follow-up on all
issues affecting the team.
(640 hours)
LESSON 3: DEVELOPING AND PRACTICING NEGOTIATION SKILLS (PNS)
 Background information on other The learner demonstrates LO 1. Plan negotiations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

parties to the negotiation an understanding of the 1.1 Identify Information in preparation for 12PNS-Ib-c-8
 Differences between content and underlying theories in negotiation.
process. developing and practicing 1.2 Include background information in the
 Identify bargaining information negotiation skills. preparation for negotiation plan.
 Apply strategies to manage 1.3 Identify information on creating non-
process verbal environments for
 Strategies to manage conflict positivenegotiations.
 Steps in negotiating process 1.4 Include information on creating non-
verbal environment for positive negotiation
plan.
1.5 Identify information on the different
questioning techniques included in the
plan.
 Decision making and conflict LO 2. Participate in negotiations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

resolution strategies/ procedures 2.1 Create an agreement for the criteria for 12PNS-Ic-9
 Problem solving strategies on how successful outcome for all parties.
to deal with unexpected questions 2.2 Consider desired outcome of all parties.
and attitudes during negotiation 2.3 Use appropriate language throughout the
 Differences between content and negotiation.
process 2.4 Document all issues and processes agreed
upon by all parties.
2.5 Discuss possible solutions and assess their
viability.
2.6 Confirm and record areas for agreement.
2.7 Follow-up action as agreed upon by all
parties
LESSON 4: SOLVING PROBLEMS RELATED TO WORK ACTIVITIES (PRW)
 Observation, investigation and The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Explain the analytical techniques. TLE_AFAHCT9-
analytical techniques an understanding of the performs solving problems 1.1 Explain the importance and application of 12PRW-Ic-10
 Brainstorming underlying theories in related to work activities. analytical techniques.
(640 hours)
 Cause and effect diagrams solving problems related to 1.2 Define analytical techniques, such as:
 PARETO analysis work activities. brainstorming, cause and effects diagrams,
 SWOT analysis PARETO analysis, SWOT analysis, Gantt
 Gantt chart chart, PERT CPM and graphs, and scatter
 PERT CPM and Graph grams.
 SCATTERGRAMS
 Normal operating parameters and LO 2. Identify the problem. TLE_AFAHCT9-

product quality 2.1 Identify variances from normal operating 12PRW-Id-11
 Identification and clarification of parameters and product quality.
the nature of problems 2.2 Define extent, cause, and nature of the
 Application of analytical techniques problems on observation, investigation and
analytical techniques.
2.3 State problems clearly.
2.4 Specify the problems.
 Non-routine process and quality LO 3. Determine the possible cause/s of TLE_AFAHCT9-

problems the problem. 12PRW-Id-12
 Team work and work allocation 3.1 Identify possible cause/s of problems
problem based on experience and the use of
 Safety and emergency situation problem solving tools/analytical
and incidents. techniques.
3.2 Develop statement on the possible causes
of problems.
3.3 Explain fundamental causes of the
problem.
LESSON 5: USING MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES (MCT)
 Four fundamental operations The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Identify mathematical tools and TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Steps in solving a problem an understanding of the performs using mathematical techniques to solve problems. 12MCT-Id-13
 Standard formulas underlying theories in using concepts and techniques. 1.1 Identify problem areas based on given
 Conversion mathematical concepts and condition.
 Measurement techniques. 1.2 Select mathematical techniques based on
the given problem.
(640 hours)
 Problem-based questions LO 2. Apply mathematical TLE_AFHCT9-

 Estimation procedure/solution. 12MCT-Id-14
 Use of mathematical tools and 2.1 Apply mathematical techniques based on
sandard formulas the problem identified.
 Mathematical techniques 2.2 Perform mathematical computations to the
level of accuracy required for the problem.
2.3 Determine the results of mathematical
computation based on job requirements.
2.4 Verify the results of mathematical
computation based on job requirements.
 Four fundamental operations LO 3. Analyze results. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Steps in solving a problem 3.1 Review results of application based on 12MCT-Ie-15
 Standard formulas expected and required specifications and
 Conversion outcome.
 Measurement 3.2 Apply appropriate action in case of error on
business viability.
LESSON 6: USING RELEVANT TECHNOLOGIES (URT)
 Machineries/equipment and their The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Study/select appropriate technology. TLE_AFAHCT9-
application an understanding of the performs using relevant 1.1 Study appropriate technology based on 12URT-Ie-16
 Software/programs underlying theories in using technologies. work requirements.
relevant technologies. 1.2 Identify appropriate technology based on
work requirements.
1.3 Select appropriate technology based on
work requirements.
 Office technology LO 2. Apply relevant technology. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Industrial technology 2.1 Use relevant technology in carrying out 12URT-Ie-17
 System technology functions functionbased on work
 Information technology requirements.
 Training technology 2.2 Use applicable software and hardware as
 Different software/hardware per job requirement.
 5S (proper housekeeping) 2.3 Observe management concepts as per
established industry practices.
(640 hours)
LO 3. Maintain/enhance relevant
 Corrective and preventive technology. TLE_AFAHCT9-
maintenance 3.1 Apply maintenance of technology in 12URT-Ie-18
 Upgrade of technology accordance with the industry standard
 Communication skills operating procedures, manufacturer’s
 Organizational set-up/work flow operating guidelines and occupational
health and safety procedures.
3.2 Maintain updating of technology through
continuing education or training in
accordance with job requirements.
3.3 Report immediately appropriate action for
technology failure/ defect to the
concerned/ responsible person or section.
COMMON COMPETENCIES
LESSON 7: APPLYING SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS (SMF)
LO 1. Determine areas of concern for
 Work tasks in farm operations The learner demonstrates The learner independently safety measures. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Places for safety measures an understanding of the participates in work place 1.1 Identifyworktasks in line with farm 12SMF-If-19
 Time for safety measures underlying theories in communication based on TESDA operations.
 Tools, materials, and outfits participating workplace Training Regulations. 1.2 Determine place for safety measures in line
communication. with farm operations.
1.3 Determine time for safety measures in line
with farm operations.
1.4 Prepare appropriate tools, materials and
outfits in line with job requirements.
LO 2. Apply appropriate safety measures.
 Safety precautions in using tools 1.1 Use tools and materials according to TLE_AFAHCT9-
 PPE specifications and procedures. 12SMF-Ig-h-20
 Effectivity/shelf life/expiration of 1.2 Wear outfits according to farm
materials requirements.
 Tips for emergency procedures 1.3 Observe strictly the Effectivity/shelf
 Hazards/risks in the workplace life/expiration of materials.
 Principles of HACCP 1.4 Know and follow emergencyprocedures
to ensure a safework requirement.
1.5 Identify and report hazards in the
workplace in line with farm guidelines.
(640 hours)
 Proper storage of tools, materials LO 3. Safekeep/dispose tools, materials TLE_AFAHCT9-

and outfit and outfit. 12SMF-Ii-21
 Label unused materials 3.1 Clean and store used tools and outfit in
 Waste management designated areas.
3.2 Label properly and store unused materials
according to anufacturers.recommendation
and farm requirements.
3.3 Dispose waste materials according to
manufacturers, government and farm
requirements.
LESSON 8: USING FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (FTE)
 Farm tools and their uses The learner demonstrates The learner independently uses LO 1. Select and use farm tools. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Pre-operational check up of tools an understanding of the farm tools and equipment based 1.1 Identify appropriate farm tools according 12FTE-Ij-22
underlying theories in using on manufacturers manual. to requirement/use.
farm tools and equipment 1.2 Check and report for faults and defects of
farm tools in accordance with farm
procedures.
1.3 Safely use appropriate tools and
equipment according to job requirements
and manufacturers conditions.
 Farm equipment and their uses LO 2. Select and operate farm equipment TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Pre-operation check-up of 2.1 Identify appropriate farm equipment. 12FTE-IIa-b-23
equipment 2.2 Read carefully instructional manual of the
 Safety procedures in the use of farm tools and equipment prior to
equipment operation.
2.3 Conductpre-operation check-up in line with
manufacturers manual.
2.4 Identify and report faults in farm equipment
in line with farm procedures.
2.5 Use farm equipment according to its
function.
2.6 Follow safety procedures.
(640 hours)
 Maintenance of tools and LO 3. Perform preventive maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-

equipment 3.1 Clean tools and equipment immediately 12FTE-IIc-24
after use in line with farm procedures.
3.2 Perform routine check-up and maintenance.
3.3 Store tools and equipment in designated
areas in line with farm procedures.
LESSON 9: PERFORMING ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION (EBC)
 Farm inputs The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Perform estimation. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Labor requirement an understanding of the performing calculation and basic 1.1 Identify job requirements from written or 12EBC-IId-25
 Estimate farm inputs and labor underlying theories in calculation based on TESDA oral communications.
requirements performing estimation and Training Regulations. 1.2 Estimate quantities of materials and
basic calculation. resources required to complete a work task.
1.3 Estimate the time needed to complete a
work activity.
1.4 Make accurate estimate for work
completion.
1.5 Report estimate of materials and resources
to appropriate person.
 Perform calculation LO 2. Perform basic workplace calculation. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 System of measurement 2.1 Identify calculations to be made according 12EBC-IIe-26
 Units of measurement to job requirements
 Conversion of units 2.2 Identify correct method of calculation.
 Fraction and decimals 2.3 Ascertain system and units of measurement
 Percentage and ratio to be followed.
2.4 Perform calculation needed to complete
work tasks using the four basic process of
addition, division, multiplication and
subtraction.
2.5 Calculate whole fraction, percentage and
mixed number to complete the task.
(640 hours)
CORE COMPETENCIES (GENERAL)
LESSON 10: PREPARING LAND FOR HORTICULTURAL CROP PRODUCTION (LHC)
 Planting plan and its The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare for cultivation. TLE_AFAHCT9-
interpretation for a range of crops an understanding of prepares land for hortcultural 1.1 Interpret requirements for the work to be 12LHC-IIf-h-27
- Different planting plans (based concepts, underlying crop production based on undertaken according to planting plan.
on crops to be planted) theories and principles in required task. 1.2 Identify the method and order of
 Identifiction of methods and preparing land for cultivation from the planting plan.
order of cultivation horticultural crop 1.3 Interpret the method and order of
- Methods of cultivation production. cultivation from the planting plan.
- Order of cultivation 1.4 Identify Occupational Health and Safety
 OSHS hazards and risks, including hazards in accordance with OHS
appropriate controls requirements and procedures.
- Occupational Safety and 1.5 Assess OHS hazards in accordance with
Health Standards (relating to OHS requirements and procedures.
preparation of land) 1.6 Implement suitable controls in OHS
 Selection, use and maintenance hazards in accordance with OHS
of PPE requirements and procedures.
- Meaning of PPE? 1.7 Select suitable PPE.
 Environmental implications of site 1.8 Maintain suitable PPE.
cultivation and legislations 1.9 Use suitable PPE.
- Different environmental 1.10 Identify the environmental implications of
implications cultivating the site.
- Environmental rules and 1.11 Assess environmental implication of
regulations/ legislations cultivating the site.
- Assessing environmental 1.12 Take responsible action based on the
implications assessment.
- Necessary actions to be taken
based on assessment
 Types, uses and selection of LO 2. Prepare the cultivating equipment. TLE_AFAHCT9-

vehicles and equipment for site 2.1 Select the vehicles and equipment required 12LHC-IIh-j- 28
cultivation for site cultivation according to the
 Maintenance and servicing of planting plan and organization guidelines.
vehicles and equipment 2.2 Service the vehicles and equipment that
- Inspection and minor are not in good condition and replace
(640 hours)
troubleshooting of vehicles and worn-out parts to ensure reliability during
equipment cultivation.
 Proper disposal of wastes related 2.3 Adjust the vehicles and equipment to
to maintenance and servicing work ensure reliability during cultivation.
- Environmental rules and 2.4 Dispose safely and appropriately all
regulations on waste disposals containers, leftover fluids, waste and
 Documentation and record keeping debris from the maintenance and servicing
of maintenance and servicing work.
activities 2.5 Document all maintenance and servicing
 5S and 3Rs works according to the requirements of the
organization’s record keeping system.
 Land clearing operation LO 3. Cultivate soil. TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Removal of previous crop 3.1 Remove previous crop or land clearance 12LHC-IIIa-d
- Incorporating according to the organizations’ guidelines. 29
- Burning 3.2 Incorporate previous crop or land
 Cultivation practices and clearance according to the organizations
procedures guidelines.
- Reading cultivation plan 3.3 Burn previous crop or land clearance
 Occupational safety and health according to the organizations’ guidelines.
standards hazards and risks 3.4 Follow cultivation plan for each site.
related to soil cultivation 3.5 Complete cultivation plan for each site.
 Selection, use and maintenance of 3.6 Assess OHS hazards
PPE 3.7 according to OHS procedures and
 Operation, including adjustments requirements.
of vehicles and equipment for 3.8 Implement suitable controls for OSHS
quality cultivation hazards according to OSHS procedures
 Interpretation of schedule, and requirements.
resources and cultivation 3.9 Use suitable personal protective
requirements from the planting equipment.
plan 3.10 Maintain suitable personal protective
equipment.
3.11 Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe,
effective and efficient manner and at right
speeds to suit the conditions.
3.12 Adjust the vehicles and equipment as
necessary to maximize the quality of
cultivation.
(640 hours)
3.13 Meet the target schedule, resources and
quality requirements of the planting plan
all the time.
 Planting layout LO 4. Prepare site for planting. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Soil profiling 4.1 Complete the planting layout and soil 12LHC-IIIe-h
 Fertilizers, ameliorants, and/or profiles as required by the planting plan. 30
other pre-planting treatments 4.2 Apply fertilizers, ameliorants, and/or other
- FPA guidelines pre-planting treatments as required by the
- OSHS planting plan.
 Apply weed and pest control 4.3 Apply weed and pest control measures as
measures required by the planting plan.
- Types of weed control 4.4 Assess the environmental implications of
measures site preparation and, if required, take the
- Different pest control measures necessary action.
 Assessment of environmental
implications of site preparation
- Different environmental
implications of site preparation
- Legislations relevant to site
preparations
- Required actions to be taken
based on assessment
 Clean and store equipment LO 5. Complete land preparation TLE_AFAHCT9-

according to manufacturers’ operations. 12LHC-IIIi-j-31
specifications, organizational 5.1 Clean and store vehicles and equipment to
procedures and regulations minimize damage according to
 Proper disposal of wastes from manufacturer’s specifications,
cleaning and maintenance work organizational procedures, and regulations.
- Environmental rules and 5.2 Dispose safely and appropriately all
regulations of wastes disposals containers, leftover fluids, waste and
 Documentation and record keeping debris from the cleaning and maintenance
- Land preparation activities work.
 Waste disposal activities 5.3 Complete all required records and
documentation accurately and promptly
according to organizational requirements.
(640 hours)
LESSON 11: IMPLEMENTING A POST-HARVEST PROGRAM (IPH)
LO 1. Prepare for implementation of post-
 Types of post-harvest operations. The learner demonstrates The learner independently harvest operations. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Marketing planmaterial safety data an understanding of the performs the post harvest 1.1 Identify post-harvest operations to be 12IPH-IVa-b-32
sheets (MSDS) underlying concepts and program based on the farm performed according to farm work
 Types, uses and selection of principles in implementing a environment procedure/ procedures, marketing plan, and industry
materials, tools and machinery post-harvest program. legislation and industry standards guidelines.
equipment for post-harvest 1.2 Select materials, tools, equipment, and
activities machinery according to farm work
 Pre-operational and safety checks procedures.
on machinery, tools and 1.3 Carry-out pre-operational and safety
equipment checks on tools, equipment, and
 OHS hazards and risks assessment machinery according to manufacturer’s
specifications and farm work procedures.
and its control
1.4 Assess OHS hazards in accordance with
- OSHS
OSHS policies and procedures.
- Reporting to supervisor
1.5 Implement suitable controls to OHS
Selection, use and maintenance of
hazards according to OSHS policies and
PPE
procedures.
1.6 Report on assessment and control of OHS
hazards to supervisor.
1.7 Use suitable safety and personal protective
equipment (PPE).
1.8 Maintain suitable safety and personal
protective equipment (PPE).
 Identification the farm work team LO 2. Coordinate post-harvest work.
 Task coordination and consultation 2.1 Coordinate in a sequential, timely and TLE_AFAHCT9-
with supervisor effective manner with the farm work team. 12IPH-IVc-d-33
 Assessment of environmental 2.2 Undertake post-harvest operations
implications of post-harvest work according to OHS requirements and with
- Different environmental due consideration of the environmental
implications of post-harvest implications.
work 2.3 Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic work
- Control of environmental area throughout the completion of work.
implications of post-harvest
work based on assessment
 Maintenance of clean, safe and
hygienic work area
(640 hours)
 Grade harvested produce LO 3. Implement post-harvest work. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Label harvested produce 3.1 Grade harvested produce according to the 12IPH-IVe-g-34
 Handle and disposal of out-of- marketing plan and farm work procedures.
specification/standardproduce 3.2 Label harvested produce according to the
- Identify out-of-specification/ marketing plan and farm work procedures.
standard produce 3.3 Dispose produce that does not meet
 Types and selection of post- specifications and farm standards
harvest treatments according to farm environmental
 Conform the timing, rate, procedures.
application method, environmental 3.4 Select post-harvest treatments according
requirements and to harvested produce requirements, farm
handlingttechniqueswith the integrated pest management strategy and
requirements of harvested produce the marketing plan.
 Different post harvest practices 3.5 Follow timing, rate, application method,
 Minimize damage to produce environmental requirements and handling
- Types of post harvest damages techniques to the requirements of the
 Clean and maintain tools, harvested produce, farm work procedures,
equipment and machinery and industry best practices.
3.6 Apply post-harvest practices that are
economical, methodical and meet
established work schedules and with
minimum damage to produce.
3.7 Maintain tools equipment and machinery
according to farm work procedures.
 Waste disposal requirements of LO 4. Implement hazardous waste disposal TLE_AFAHCT9-

the farm guidelines. 12IPH-IVh-35
- Types of farm wastes 4.1 Review the waste disposal requirements of
- Types of hazardous materials the farm.
- Environmental legislations 4.2 Determine the operational tasks related to
 Operational tasks in the farm waste disposal
relating to waste disposal 4.3 Monitor the collection and disposal of waste
 Monitor waste collection and according to farm environmental
disposal procedures.
 Report on impact of waste 4.4 Report promptly the conditions likely to
disposals to supervisors impact on business viability.
(640 hours)
- Various impacts of waste
disposal to business viability
- Reporting procedures
 Packaging requirements for LO 5. Implement packaging requirements TLE_AFAHCT9-

agronomic produce of produce. 12IPH-IVi-36
 Determine marketing plan relating 5.1 Determine operational task on packaging
to packaging requirements specified in the marketing
 Types of packaging materials, plan and farm work procedures.
including environment-friendly 5.2 Conform packaging of produce to the
materials requirements of harvesting, marketing plan
 Package produce and industry best practice.
 Documentation and record keeping 5.3 Select packaging materials based on
of packaging processes environmentally sound principles.
5.4 Record packaging processes according to
farm work procedures.
(640 hours)
 Types of storage facility LO 6. Implement storage requirements of TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Storage principles and practices; produce. 12IPH-IVj-37
good warehouse keeping 6.1 Identify types of storage facility.
procedures 6.2 Apply storage principles and practices
- Cool chain principles and according to good warehouse keeping
practices procedures.
 Determine marketing plan relating 6.3 Review storage requirements in the
to storage of produce marketing plan.
 Storage requirements for 6.4 Determine operational tasks on storage
horticultural produce requirements specified in the marketing
- Characteristics and procedures plan and farm work procedure.
for the use of cold storage 6.5 Conform storage and handling of produce
rooms to the requirements of the harvested
- Correct storage temperatures produce, marketing plan, and industry best
for a range of produce practices.
- Humidity levels and their effect 6.6 Monitor storage processes and facilities
on the quality of produce 6.7 Apply remedial actions based on
 Handle horticultural produce monitoring activities.
 Hygiene issues in the handling and 6.8 Record storage processes and conditions
storage of plant produce according to farm work procedures.
 Monitor storage processes and
facilities
 Apply remedial actions based on
monitoring results
 Documentation and recording of
storage processes and conditions
LESSON 12: IMPLEMENTING A PLANT NUTRITION PROGRAM (IPN)
 Types of plant species and The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare for implementation of the TLE_AFAHCT9-
varieties an understanding of the performs the plant nutrition plant nutrition program. 12IPN-Ia-b-38
 Analyze nutrients/composition of underlying concepts and program based on the TESDA 1.1 Identify goals and target site for
soil principles in implementing Training Regulation and Plant implementation of the plant nutrition
- Soil sampling techniques plant nutrition program. Nutrition Requirement Manual. program.
- Soil analysis 1.2 Identify soils, plant species, and varieties
 Application of materials for soil according to farm work procedures.
and plant treatments 1.3 Follow soil sampling techniques/procedures.
(640 hours)
- Different materials for soil and 1.4 Analyze soil composition/nutrients of the
plant treatments area and adjacent lands following the soil
- Sourcing of materials sampling procedures.
 OHS hazards, risks, and its control 1.5 Identify materials for soil and plant
- OSHS treatments.
- Environmental rules and 1.6 Use and store material for soil and plant
regulations treatments per manufacturers’
 Selection, use, and maintenance of specifications.
PPE 1.7 Assess OHS hazards in accordance with
OHS requirements and procedures.
1.8 Control OHS hazards in accordance with
OHS requirements and procedures.
1.9 Use suitable personal protective equipment
(PPE) based on job/OHS requirements and
procedures.
1.10 Maintain personal protective equipment
(PPE) based on job/OHS requirements and
procedures.
 oil test kit

 Soil ph monitoring and plant LO 2. Monitor soil pH. TLE_AFAHCT9-
growth 2.1 Identify the materials inside the soil test 12IPN-Ic-39
 soil pH kit.
 Selection and sourcing of products 2.2 Monitor soil pH during the implementation
useful in changing soil ph, in relation to plant nutrition requirements
 Application of products and according to farm work procedures.
- Types of application 2.3 Determine the factors affecting the soil pH.
Methods 2.4 Select products useful in changing soil pH
 Assess application methods according to farm work procedures.
environmental implications of 2.5 Source products that are useful in
application methods changing soil pH according to farm work
procedures.
2.6 Assess product application methods
according to product type, soil type, farm
work procedures, and in due consideration
of the environmental implications.
(640 hours)
 Common nutrient deficiency and LO 3. Determine nutritional problems in TLE_AFAHCT9-

toxicity problems plants. 12IPN-Id-40
- Common nutrient deficiency 3.1 Identify common nutrient deficiency and
and toxicity problems in plants toxicity problems in plants using visual
- Visual inspections of deficiency inspection in accordance with crop
and toxicity production manuals.
- Plant Nutrient Requirement 3.2 Consult supervisor and/or nutritional
- Soil Nutrients specialist to determine causes of nutritional
 C causes of nutritional or toxicity or toxicity problems.
problems. 3.3 Select soil ameliorants to improve soil
 Selection of soil ameliorants fertility according to farm work procedures.
- Different soil ameliorants 3.4 Source soil ameliorants to improve soil
 Sources soil ameliorants fertility according to a farm work
procedures.
 Types and uses of various LO 4. Prepare to use fertilizers. TLE_AFAHCT9-

fertilizers 4.1 Select the fertilizer to be used according to 12IPN-Ie-g-41
 Soil types soil nutrient requirements, farm work
 Assessment of fertilizer application procedures, in consultation with the
methods supervisor and/or nutritional specialist and
 Plant growth cycle in due consideration of the environmental
 Farm fertilizer calendar implications.
 Handling and storage of fertilizers 4.2 Assess fertilizer application methods
 Environmental implications of according to fertilizer type, soil type, farm
fertilizer application work procedures, and in due consideration
of the environmental implications.
4.3 Determine the plant growing cycle and the
farm fertilizer calendar.
4.4 Handle fertilizers cautiously to ensure
minimal detrimental environmental impact
4.5 Store fertilizers properly to ensure minimal
detrimental environmental impact according
to farm work procedures.
(640 hours)
 Selection and uses of farm tools, LO 5. Prepare application equipment. TLE_AFAHCT9-

equipment, and machinery for 5.1 Identify the types and uses of tools, 12IPN-Ih-42
fertilizer application equipment, and machinery for fertilizer
 Pre-operational and safety checks application.
on tools, equipment and 5.2 Observe pre-operational safety procedures
machinery on tools, equipment, and machinery
 Calibration and adjustment of according to manufacturers’ specifications
tools, equipment, and machinery and farm work procedures.
5.3 Calibrate and adjust tools, equipment, and
machinery according to manufacturer’s
guidelines and farm work procedures.
LO 6. Apply specific products at
 Selection of fertilizers based on soil appropriate rates. TLE_AFAHCT9-
analysis and plant needs 6.1 Select specific products of fertilizers based 12IPN-Ii-j-43
 Calculation of fertilizer application on suitability to meet plant needs
rates according to farm work procedures.
 Proper fertilizer application, 6.2 Calculate product application rates to
including rate, timing, and method optimise plant benefit and minimize
 Operate equipment and Machinery environmental impact according to
for fertilizer application manufacturers’ specifications and farm
 Record keeping of product work procedures.
application activities 6.3 Apply specific products at the correct rate,
 Documentation of target plant timing, and method according to the
response to the plant nutrition product type and analysis, manufacturers
program specifications, farm work procedures, and
in due consideration of the environmental
implications.
6.4 Record product applications according to
6.5 Document the target plant response to the
plant nutrition program, as well as any
non-target effects, such as, environmental
impact or pest responses according to
6.6 Report findings on product applications to
supervisors according to farm work
procedures.
(640 hours)
LESSON 13: CONTROLLING WEEDS (CTW)
 Different types of weeds The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Assess weed infestation. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Different types of beneficial an understanding of the performs weeds control based on 1.1 Record weeds and beneficial organisms in 12CTW-IIa-c-
organisms underlying concepts and the Integrated Pest Management the field in accordance with crop 44
 Scope, density and size of weed principles in controlling (IPM) Manual and Crop production manuals.
infestation weeds. Production Manual. 1.2 Report weeds and beneficial organisms in
 Level of weed infestations the field in accordance with crop
- Integrating Pest Management production manuals.
(IPM) principles 1.3 Assess scope, density, and size of the
infestation based on farm work
procedures.
1.4 Identify levels of weed infestations
tolerated by the client, market or
environment in accordance with the
integrated pest management (IPM)
strategy.
1.5 Identify weed infestation levels, which
plant health or growth objectives are
compromised in accordance with crop
production manuals.
1.6 Obtain professional advice as required
according to enterprise guidelines.
 Methods of controlling weeds LO 2. Plan the implementation of control TLE_AFAHCT9-

- IPM principles measures. 12CTW-IId-f-45
 Tools, equipment and implements 2.1 Select control measures suitable for the
for weed control infestation in accordance with the IPM
 PPE strategy.
 Environmental implications of 2.2 Select tools, equipment and implement for
weed control measures each work activity according to enterprise
 OSHS requirements work procedures.
 Environmental legislative 2.3 Assess OHS Hazards in accordance with
requirements OSHS requirements and procedures.
2.4 Select control measures in full consideration
of environmental implications.
2.5 Select suitable safety equipment and
(640 hours)
personal protective equipment (PPE) in
accordance with OSHS requirements and
procedures.
2.6 Maintain suitable safety equipment and
accordance with OHS requirements and
procedures.
2.7 Store suitable safety equipment and
accordance with OSHS requirements and
procedures.
LO 3. Implement control measures.
 Work coordination procedures 3.1 Coordinate enterprise work team, TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Implementation of control contractors, and IPM product suppliers in a 12CTW-IIg-i-46
measures sequential, timely and effective manner in
- IPM activities consultation with the supervisor and
- Cover cropping to control following farm work procedures.
harmful weeds 3.2 Implement control measures according to
- Land preparation to eliminate the IPM principles (e.g.,Water Management
weeds for Rice) and OHS requirements.
- OSHS requirements 3.3 Maintain safe and clean work area
 Maintenance of clean and safe throughout and on completion of each work
work area activity according to OHS requirements.
 Maintenance of records 3.4 Prepare land to ensure weed elimination in
accordance with farm work procedures.
3.5 Maintain records as required by legislation
and enterprise guidelines.
 Monitor control methods and their LO 4. Monitor control methods. TLE_AFAHCT9-
side effects on: 4.1 Monitor control methods to identify side 12CTW-IIj-
 Plants effects to other plants, animals or external IIIa-47
 Animals environment in accordance with farm work
 External environment procedures.
 Range of site monitoring 4.2 Assess effectiveness of control methods in
 Effectivity of control methods reference to specified industry and
- Analysis techniques used in IPM enterprise standards.
program 4.3 Implement adjustments to IPM control
 Adjustments to IPM control methods where necessary to meet
methods enterprise specifications.
(640 hours)
LESSON 14: PREPARING AND APPLYING CHEMICALS (PAC)
 Nature and level of pests The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Determine the need for chemical use. TLE_AFAAHCT9-
infestations an understanding of the performs preparation and 1.1 Identify nature and level of the pest, weed 12PAC-IIIb-f-
- Types of weeds and insects underlying concepts and application of chemicals based on infestation or disease based on crop 48
and its effects on crops principles in preparing and the Crop Production Manual, IPM manuals and farm work procedures.
- Common plant diseases and applying chemicals. and Enterprise Guidelines. 1.2 Determine common plant diseases and
theirsymptoms their symptoms.
 Requirement for chemical use as 1.3 Assess need for action and the
an option to IPM requirement for chemical use as an option
 Hazard and risk analysis of within an integrated pest management
different chemical options strategy based on farm work procedures.
 Requirements for chemical 1.4 Undertake hazard and risk analysis of
application different chemical options in accordance
with OSHS requirements and
environmental policies and procedures.
1.5 Identify requirement for chemical
application including coverage by
appropriate insurance according to
enterprise guidelines and chemical
application regulations.
1.6 Confirm requirement for chemical
application including coverage by
appropriate insurance according to
enterprise guidelines and chemical
application regulations.
 Principles and practices of using LO2. Prepare appropriate chemical. TLE_AFAHCT9-

chemicals 2.1 Determine the principles and practices of 12PAC-IIIg-j-
 MSDS using chemicals. 49
 Preparation of chemicals 2.2 Read Chemical Label and Material Safety
- legislative requirements and Data Sheets (MSDS) in accordance with
codes of practice manufacturers’ specifications.
- OSHS 2.3 Understand Chemical Label and Material
Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) in accordance
with manufacturers’ specifications.
2.4 Check labels to ensure that chemicals
meet user requirements and specifications
(640 hours)
in accordance with farm work procedures
and codes of practice.
2.5 Prepare chemicals for the intended
purpose to suit the organization’s chemical
use strategy based on manufacturers’
specifications and farm work procedures.
2.6 Follow legislation and regulations
concerning chemical use in accordance
with manufacturers’ specifications and
government regulating bodies.
2.7 Identify Occupational Health and Safety
(OHS) hazards and risks and risk control
requirements associated with use of the
chemical in accordance with OHS
requirements and procedures.
 PPE based on product label and LO 3. Prepare to use chemicals according TLE_AFAHCT9-
MSDS to the label and MSDS. 12PAC-IVa-c-50
3.1 Select Personal protective equipment
 Pre and post-operative checks on according to the product label and MSDS.
equipment 3.2 Check Personal Protective Equipment
 Maintenance of tools, implements according to the product label and MSDS.
and equipment 3.3 Follow requirements for the selection,
 Calibration and adjustment of preparation, and adjustment of application
equipment and tools equipment and tools for the appropriate
 Mixing of chemicals chemicals based on manufacturers’
- Calculation of appropriate specifications.
mixing rates 3.4 Follow requirements for pre and post-
- Chemical use according to operative checks on equipment based on
product label and MSDS manufacturers’ specifications.
- Chemical compatibility 3.5 Report damage, wear or malfunctions of
- OSHS any equipment in accordance with
- Legislative requirements and organizational reporting system.
Codes of Practice relevant to 3.6 Repair damage, wear or malfunctions of
chemical use and hazardous any equipment in accordance with
substances organizational reporting system.
3.7 Define mixing rates as per manufacturers’
(640 hours)
specifications.
3.8 Calculate mixing rates as per
manufacturers’ specifications.
3.9 Follow directions, standards and legislative
requirements for mixing chemicals based
on manufacturers’ specifications, OHS
requirements, and government
regulations.
 Meteorological conditions/forcasts LO 4. Apply chemicals. TLE_AFAHCT9-

in relation to 4.1 Assess meteorological forecasts and 12PAC-IVc-e-51
- Chemical Use condition prior to and during application
 Hazards of chemicals per enterprise guidelines and based on
 Control risks PAGASA weather bulletins.
- Environmental effects of 4.2 Identify hazards of particular chemicals in
chemicals accordance to manufacturers’
- Modes of chemical absorption specifications and OHS procedures.
and paths of entry, including 4.3 Assess risks to others and the environment
risks to applicators and the in accordance with OHS requirements and
public procedures and environmental regulations.
 Calibration and adjustment of 4.4 Control risks to others and the
equipment and tools environment in accordance with OHS
 Procedures and precautions in requirements and procedures and
using chemicals environmental regulations.
 Licensing requirements and 4.5 Follow application equipment calibration
relevant government authorities in procedures according to manufacturers’
chemical handling and application operating manual.
- Drift management 4.6 Interpret procedures and precautions for
- OSHS the use of the chemicals from labels and
- Legislative requirements and accreditation requirements based on
Codes of Practice relevant to enterprise guidelines.
chemical use and hazardous 4.7 Determine requirements for chemical
substances handling and application according to
 Following Chemical Spills directions, standards and legislative
Procedures or Accident Procedures requirements.
 First Aid Practices and Procedures 4.8 Apply chemicals safely and effectively
according to directions and OHS
(640 hours)
procedures.
4.9 Follow chemical spills or accident
procedures in accordance with OHS
procedures.
4.10 Provide first aid equipment available on
site following OHS procedures.
 Tools and equipment for cleaning LO 5. Clean up following chemical TLE_AFAHCT9-

up chemicals application. 12PAC-IVf-h-52
 Eequirements and procedures 5.1 Select tools or equipment required to clean
forcleaning: up chemicals.
- Sites 5.2 Follow cleaning requirements of equipment
- Equipment used in chemical and sites based on farm work procedures
applications and organizational directions and
- Tools used in chemical standards.
applications 5.3 Define directions standards and
 Proper disposal of unused requirements for disposing of unused
chemicals, containers and spilled chemicals, empty containers or spilled
materials material in accordance with OSHS
 Proper storage of chemicals procedures and environmental legislation.
 Procedures for reporting chemical 5.4 Follow procedures for reporting chemical
spills spills according to organizational reporting
system.
 Record keeping related to chemical LO 6. Record application details. TLE_AFAHCT9-

use according to: 6.1 Record application of chemicals according 12PAC-IVh-j-53
- organization procedures to organizational procedures, label
- label directions directions and legislation.
- legislation 6.2 Record correctly the details of the specific
 Chemical inventory chemical concerned in the chemical
 PPE inventory according to regulations.
 Procedures and requirements for 6.3 Record inventory of personal protective
reporting application details to equipment and application equipment
management based on organizational reporting system.
 Record keeping of injury and 6.4 Follow procedures and requirements for
poisoning associated with chemical reporting application details to senior
(640 hours)
use management or client based on
organizational reporting system.
6.5 Make and provide records of injury or
poisoning associated with application of
chemicals based on organizational
reporting system.
CORE COMPETENCIES (HORTICULTURAL)

LESSON 15: ESTABLISHING HORTICULTURAL CROPS (EHC)
 Selection, preparation, and use of The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare machinery and equipment TLE_AFAHCT9-
machinery and equipment an understanding of established horticultural crops for use. 12EHC-Ia-c-54
- Attaching farm implements to concepts, underlying based on TESDA Training 1.1 Select machinery and equipment according
machinery theories and principles in Regulation and required task. to manufacturer’s specifications and work
 Calibrating machinery and establishing horticultural plan.
equipment crops. 1.2 Prepare machinery and equipment
 Pre-operational and safety checks according to manufacturer’s specifications
for machinery and equipment and work plan.
 Operating principles and 1.3 Perform pre-operational and safety checks
operating methods for machinery for seeding machinery and equipment.
and equipment 1.4 Attach securely equipment for operation in
 OHS hazards and risks and its accordance with manufacturer’s
control: specifications and operating manual.
- Identification of existing and 1.5 Calibrate equipment for operation in
potential OHS hazards accordance with manufacturer’s
specifications and operating manual.
1.6 Identify existing and potential OHS
hazards in the workplace ;
1.7 Assess risks in line with farm requirements
and OHS procedures.
1.8 Control risks in line with farm requirements
and OHS procedures.
 Soil and weather requirements for LO 2. Prepare for horticultural crop TLE_AFAHCT9-
optimal seeding conditions establishment. 12EHC-Id-f-55
 Soil conservation and and suitable 2.1 Monitor soil and weather conditions for
(640 hours)
land management optimal seeding conditions according to
 Preparation of the requirements farm work procedures.
for seeding, fertilizing and pest 2.2 Recognize soil conservation and
and weed control activities: sustainable land management.
- Fertilizer types, rates of 2.3 Confirm soil conservation and sustainable
application and crop nutrient land management practices in accordance
requirements/Integrated with farm requirements and environmental
nutrients management concerns.
technique 2.4 Confirm seeding, fertilizer, and pest and
- Types of chemical pesticides weed control against the work plan.
and alternative pest control 2.5 Prepare seeding, fertilizer, and pest and
methods (non-chemical)/ weed control requirements based on
Integrated Pest Management manufacturers’ specifications using safe
- Calculation of pesticide handling procedures.
requirements and application 2.6 Calculate pesticide requirements and
rates application rates.
- Contingency plan 2.7 Prepare contingency plans for unusual
seasonal conditions and pest/disease
outbreaks according to farm work
procedures.
 Select, use and maintain PPE LO 3. Sow the crop. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Seeding methods 3.1 Select suitable personal protective clothing 12EHC-Ig-i-56
 Fertilizer application and equipment in accordance with OHS
- Application techniques requirements.
- FPA guidelines 3.2 Use suitable personal protective clothing
 Pest and weed control treatments and equipment in accordance with OHS
with seeding and fertilizer requirements.
 Environmental implications of 3.3 Maintain suitable personal protective
sowing operations and fertilizer clothing and equipment in accordance with
application OHS requirements.
3.4 Perform seeding methods and fertilizer
applications in accordance with the
seeding/application rate and the work
plan.
3.5 Coordinate pest and weed control
treatment with seeding and fertilizer
(640 hours)
applications according to the work plan.
3.6 Identify environmental implications
associated with sowing operations in line
with farm requirements and environmental
regulations.
3.7 Assess environmental implications
regulations.
3.8 Control environmental implications
regulations.
 Record keeping related to seeding, LO 4. Complete seeding operations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

machinery and equipment 4.1 Maintain seeding, machinery and 12EHC-Ij-57
operation equipment operation records in accordance
 Damage, faults or malfunctions of with farm requirements.
of machinery and equipment 4.2 Record machinery and equipment damage
 Cleaning,securing and storing malfunctions or irregular performance in
machinery, equipment and line with farm requirements and operating
materials manual.
4.3 Report machinery and equipment
damaged. malfunctions or irregular
performance in line with farm
requirements and operating manual.
4.4 Clean machinery and equipment in line
farm requirements.
4.5 Secure machinery and equipment in line
farm requirements.
4.6 Store machinery and equipment in line
farm requirements.
(640 hours)
LESSON 16: COORDINATING A HORTICULTURAL CROP MAINTENANCE PROGRAM (HCM)
 Identification of site and The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare for the crop maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-
operational requirements an understanding of performs coordinating activities program. 12HCM-IIa-d-
- Crop maintenance program concepts, underlying with regard to horticultural crop 1.1 Identify the requirements of the crop 58
- Site plan theories and principles in maintenance based on TESDA maintenance program according to the
- Types and application of crop coordinating a horticultural Training Regulation. site plan and farm work.
maintence activities crop. 1.2 Determine the types and application of
 Range and uses of crop crop maintenance activities.
maintenance for tools, equipment 1.3 Select crop maintenance materials, tools,
and machinery machinery, and equipment according to
 Pre-operational and safety farm work procedures.
checks, calibration and 1.4 Carry out pre-operational and safety
adjustments on tools, equipment checks, including calibration and
and machinery adjustments of tools, equipment and
 Effects on plant growth, habit and machinery according to manufacturer’s
production levels of crop specifications and farm work procedures.
maintenance activities 1.5 Illustrate the effect of crop maintenance
 Locate services in consultation activities on plant growth habit and
with supervisor and workers production levels.
 OSHS hazards and risk 1.6 Locate services using site plans and in
- PPE selection, use and consultation with the supervisor and
maintenance workers according to farm work
- Use and Maintain PPE procedures.
1.7 Assess OSHS hazards.
1.8 Control OSHS hazards and risks .
1.9 Select suitable personal protective
equipment (PPE) according to farm work
procedures and OSHS requirements.
1.10 Use suitable personal protective
1.11 Maintain suitable personal protective
(640 hours)
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members and contractors. program. 12HCM-IIe-h-
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activities contractors.
 Planning work pattern 2.2 Coordinate work in a sequential, timely
 Work plan and schedule of main and effective manner according to farm
activities work plan and procedures.
 Crop maintenance activities 2.3 Plan work pattern to cover the site in an
 OSHS requirements efficient, sequential and coordinated
 Range of environmental manner according to farm work plan and
implications procedures.
 Cleanliness and sanitation, 2.4 Monitor crop maintenance tasks according
maintenance and ensuring safety to OHS requirements and farm work plan
of work area and procedures.
2.5 Undertake remedial action as needed
2.6 Keep the work area clean and safe
throughout up to the completion of work in
accordance with OSHS requirements.
 Disposal of waste LO 3. Complete crop maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Proper waste collection and activities. 12HCM-IIi-j-60
disposal 3.1 Remove waste material properly from the
- Cleaning, maintenance and site according to farm work procedures,
storage of tools and equipment environmental regulations, and OSHS
- Environmental rules and requirements.
regulations 3.2 Dispose waste material properly from the
 Maintenance of tools and site according to farm work procedures,
equipment environmental regulations, and OSHS
 Recording and reporting of requirements.
outcomes of maintenance 3.3 Maintain equipment and
program. 3.4 machinery according to farm work
procedures
3.5 Store tools, equipment and machinery
according to farm work
3.6 procedures and manuals.
(640 hours)
3.7 Record work outcomes according to farm
reporting procedures.
3.8 Report work outcomes to the supervisor
according to farm reporting procedures.
LESSON 17: COORDINATING HORTICULTURAL CROP HARVESTING (HCH)
 Identification of crops to be The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare for crop harvesting. TLE_AFAHCT9-
harvested an understanding of performs horticultural crop 1.1 Identify crop for harvest according to farm 12HCH-IIIa-d-
- Maturity parameters for a range concepts, underlying harvesting activities based on work plan and procedures. 61
of crops theories and principles in TESDA Training Regulation and 1.2 Identify requirements and procedures to
- Farm quality procedures and performing horticultural required tasks. assure crop quality, including suitable
crop characteristics relative to crop harvesting activities. weather conditions, farm work plan and
varying market requirements procedures.
 Identification of requirements and 1.3 Determine crop maturity based on
procedures experience, specification charts, aids or
- Crop quality devices and according to clients
- Suitable weather conditions preferences, farm and industry quality
- Environmental factors affecting assurance specifications.
crop harvesting activities 1.4 Select tools, equipment and machinery and
 Determination of maturity index pre-operational and safety checks
- Experience conducted, according to harvest
- Specification charts requirements, manufacturers’
- Age specifications, and farm work procedures.
- Devices 1.5 Identify OHS hazards.
- Clients requirements 1.6 Implement suitable controls according to
 Selection and use of harvesting OHS requirements.
tools, equipment and machinery 1.7 Use suitable personal protective equipment
- Pre-operational and safety (PPE) according to farm work procedures
checks on tools, equipment and and OHS requirements.
machinery 1.8 Maintain suitable personal protective
- Licensing requirements for use equipment (PPE) according to farm work
of machinery and equipment procedures and OHS requirements.
 OSHS hazards and risks.
 PPE selection, use and
maintenance
 OSHS (wearing of PPE)
(640 hours)
LO 2. Coordinate harvesting activities.
 Task coordination of harvesting 2.1 Identify farm work team members, TLE_AFAHCT9-
activities contractors and clients. 12HCH-IIIe-g-
 Harvesting of crops 2.2 Coordinate work tasks in a sequential, 62
- OHS requirements and timely, and effective manner according to
environmental implications farm work procedures.
related to harvesting 2.3 Undertake harvesting of the crop according
- Environmental implication of to harvest requirements, OHS
the activity requirements, and farm work procedures.
 Record keeping related to 2.4 Maintain harvest records according to farm
harvesting work procedures.
- Harvesting records 2.5 Keep the work area clean and safe
 Cleanliness, maintenance, and throughout and during completion of work
safety of work area according to OHS requirements.
LO 3. Maintain harvest requirements.
 Maintenance of farm tools, 3.1 Maintain farm tools, equipment and TLE_AFAHCT9-
equipment, and machinery machinery in effective working order 12HCH-IIIh-j-
- Servicing and maintenance of according to farm work procedures. 63
farm tools and machinery 3.2 Provide harvest workers with tools,
 Provision of tools , equipment and equipment and machinery in accordance
machinery with harvest requirements.
- Tools, equipment and 3.3 Identify the factors affecting the quality of
machinery for harvest harvest.
 Maintain quality of harvest 3.4 Determine points of considerations
- Factors affecting quality of regarding packaging requirements.
harvest 3.5 Maintain quality of harvest including
- Packaging requirements cooling and transport requirements.
- Maintenace of quality of harvest 3.6 Remove, empty or load full containers into
including cooling requirements transport vehicles according to farm work
and transport procedures.
 OSHS requirements 3.7 Observe OHS requirements.
LO 4. Monitor crop quality throughout
 Utilization and maintenance of PPE harvest. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Proper handling and transport 4.1 Use PPE according to OHS procedures. 12HCH-IVa-d-
procedures for harvested produce 4.2 Maintain PPE according to OHS 64
 Sorting and grading procedures.
- characteristics for a range of 4.3 Handle crop properly to prevent damage
crops according to farm work procedures.
(640 hours)
 Storage requirements for a range 4.4 Sort the crop according to client, farm and
of crops industry quality assurance specifications.
 Transport of harvest 4.5 Grading the crop according to client, farm
and industry quality assurance
specifications.
4.6 Store the crop to minimize post harvest
deterioration according to farm work
procedures.
4.7 Transport crop with minimum damage
 Confirmation of delivery details LO 5. Deliver of crop to specified TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Delivery arrangements destination. 12HCH-IVe-g-
- Quantity of delivery 5.1 Confirm delivery details including quantity, 65
- Timing of delivery timing and destination according to farm
 Delivery of crops work procedures.
- Delivery procedures Preventing 5.2 Deliver crop according to standard farm
damage delivery procedures.
- Delivery of documentation 5.3 Complete delivery of documentation
according to farm work accurately according to farm
procedures documentation procedures.
- Accomplishment of farm
documents according to farm
work procedures
LESSON 18: UNDERTAKING PROPAGATION ACTIVITIES (UPA)
 Clarification of workplace The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare for plant propagation. TLE_AFAHCT9-
information an understanding of performs propagation activities 1.1 Clarify workplace information based on 12UPA-IVh-j-66
 Planting program concepts, underlying based on TESDA Training instructions.
 Material safety data sheets (MSDS) theories and principles in Regulation and Plant Propagation 1.2 Asses reported OHS hazard in the work
 Standard operation procedure plant propagation activities. Manual. area according to OHS requirements and
 Verbal directions from supervisor standard reporting.
 Report on OHS hazard and risks 1.3 Report OHS hazard in the work area
 OHS hazards and risks according to OHSrequirements and
 Preparation, selection, use and standard reportingguidelines.
maintenance of PPE 1.4 Prepare appropriate tools and equipment
(640 hours)
 Preparation of tools and for propagation activities, including PPE
equipment according to species’ requirements, crop
- Different tools andequipment manuals and OHS requirements.
for plant propagation 1.5 Collect propagation as needed, according
- Sanitization of tools to species’ requirements and crop
- Segregation of defective tools manuals.
- Minor troubleshooting 1.6 Maintain propagation as needed,
- Basic repair according to species requirements and
 Collection of propagation material crop manuals.
- Basic plant physiology 1.7 Store propagation as
- Asexual propagation methods 1.8 needed, according to species’
and their applications requirements and crop manuals.
- Propagation techniques for a
range of plants
- Collection procedures for
propagation materials
 Maintenance and storage
procedures for propagation
materials
- Maximum viability
 Pre-treatment procedures for a LO 2. Propagate plants. TLE_AFAHCT9-

range of propagation methods and 2.1 Apply pre-treatment procedures according 12UPA-Ia-e-67
species to standard propagation method and
 Plant propagation processes species’ requirements.
- Propagation 2.2 Carry out propagation techniques
techniquesaccording to species’ according to species’ requirements and
- requirements OHS requirements.
- Proper handling of propagation 2.3 Handle propagation material properly
materials according to species’ requirements.
- Labelling of propagation 2.4 Apply labels according to farm work
materials procedures.
 Water and nutrient applications 2.5 Apply water and nutrients according to
based on: media conditions, plant requirements and
- Media conditions propagation techniques.
- Plant requirements 2.6 Monitor plant health according to species’
- Propagation techniques requirements and farm work procedures.
(640 hours)
 Plant health monitoring and 2.7 Take remedial action to ensure plant
appropriate corrective actions health according tospecies’ requirements
- Monitoring procedures and farm work procedures.
- Common problems in plant 2.8 Carry-out propagation activities according
propagation to OSHS.
- Remedial actions taken
 OHS legislative requirements and
procedures
 Record keeping related to LO 3. Complete propagation activities. TLE_AFAHCT9-

propagation activities 3.1 Complete records accurately and at the 12UPA-If-j-68
 Records: required time according to standard
- Date of propagation, recording system.
- Type of propagation 3.2 Clean and store tools and equipment
- Number of plants according to manufacturers’ specifications
- Source of propagation and manuals.
- Material, 3.3 Remove waste according toOSHS
- Treatments carried out requirements and environmental
- Spray records regulations.
 Cleaning, storage and 3.4 Follow hygiene practices according to
maintenance requirements for OSHS requirements and environmental
tools and equipment regulations.
 Proper handling and disposal of
waste materials
 Different wastes:
- Propagation material
- Potting media wastage
- Damaged plants
- Damaged pots
 Hygiene practices
 OSHS
LESSON 19: UNDERTAKING FIELD BUDDING AND GRAFTING (FBG)

 Preparation of parent plant The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare parent material for budding TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Methods of budding/ grafting an understanding of performs field budding and and grafting. 12FBG-IIa-e-69
- Selection and use of rootstock concepts, underlying grafting activities based on 1.1 Prepare parent plant according to the
and scion stock theories and principles in TESDA Training Regulation and species’ requirements and organizational
(640 hours)
- Cuttings, buds, dormant or field budding and grafting Plant Propagation Manual. procedures.
green material, nursery activities. 1.2 Employ the method of taking bud or graft
rootstock, rootlings, and mature material according to the species’
plants. requirements and standard
 Tools and equipment in grafting/budding procedures.
budding/grafting, including 1.3 Sanitize tools and equipment according to
sterilization procedures manufacturers’ specifications.
- Equipment: 1.4 Use tools and equipment according to
 Secateurs manufacturers’ specifications and OHS
 Grafting knife requirements.
 OSHS practices
 Selection of budding/ grafting LO 2. Prepare budding and grafting TLE_AFAHCT9-

materials materials. 12FBG-IIf-j-70
 Stock preparation techniques of 2.1 Select budding/grafting materials for
differenthorticultural crops propagation according to species’
 Handling requirements for budding requirements, crop manual and farm work
/ grafting materials according to procedures.
crop species 2.2 Prepare stock in accordance with species’
 Maintain viability of materials requirements and standard stock
- Storage requirements for preparation procedures.
budding / grafting materials 2.3 Handle budding/grafting materials and
- Factors affecting viability of stock properly according to species and
materials standard grafting procedures.
- maximum viability 2.4 Maintain viability of materials by using
appropriate storage procedures in
 Proper collection and disposal of accordance with the proper storage
wastes and materials related to requirements of the species.
budding / grafting 2.5 Dispose discarded materials in accordance
 Environmental codes and with organizational waste disposal
regulations guidelines.
 OSHS
 Selection of budding/ grafting LO 3. Bud/graft scion work. TLE_AFAHCT9-

methods 3.1 Select budding/grafting method in 12FBG-IIIa-c-
- Procedures/methods for accordance with species’ requirements. 71
budding/grafting according to 3.2 Seal bud/graft according to species and
(640 hours)
crop species standard budding/grafting procedures.
 Budding/grafting of scion 3.3 Apply appropriate labels and identification
- Bud/graft sealing requirements in accordance with organizational
- Proper labelling and guidelines.
identification of budded 3.4 Cite the different factors affecting the
materials success of operations.
- Factors affecting success of 3.5 Identify problems in budding/grafting
budding/grafting operations operations.
 Common problems and corrective 3.6 Take corrective actions according to
actions in budding / grafting propagation principles.
- Out-of-specs process 3.7 Complete appropriate records at the
- Problems with regard to required time in accordance with
equipment organizational recording guidelines.
- Equipment performance 3.8 Report out-of-specification process and
- Taking corrective actions equipment performance in line with
 Record keeping of budding / organizational guidelines.
grafting activities
 Maintenance and storage of tools LO 4. Complete budding/ grafting TLE_AFAHCT9-

and equipment activities. 12FBG-IIIc-e-
 Handling, storage and/or disposal 4.1 Clean equipment according to 72
of unused grafting materials manufacturers’ manual.
 Manage waste generated 4.2 Store grafting material according to
 Collection of wastes company procedures.
- Treating 4.3 Dispose grafting material according to
- Disposing company procedures.
- Recycling 4.4 Collect waste generated by both the
 Record keeping workplace grafting and cleaning procedures according
information to company procedures and environmental
regulations.
4.5 Apply waste management procedures on
waste generated by both the grafting and
cleaning procedures according to company
procedures and environmental regulations.
4.6 Record workplace information according to
organizational procedures.
(640 hours)
ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES
NOTE: CHOOSE AT LEAST THREE (3) LESSONS INCLUDING RECORD KEEPING AT TWO (2) WEEKS or 20 HOURS PER LESSON
LESSON 20A: FOLLOWING SITE QUARANTINE PROCEDURES (FSQ)
 Decontamination of quarantine site The learner demonstrates The learner independently follows LO 1. Prepare to work in quarantine site. TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Quarantine site an understanding of site quarantine procedures based 1.1 Decontaminate personal and/or work 12FSQ-IIIf-73
- whole farm or enterprise concepts, underlying on required task. vehicles before entering the quarantine site.
premises theories and principles in 1.2 Report contact with potential contaminants
- isolation area/sickbay following site quarantine according to enterprise requirements.
 Procedures of decontamination procedures. 1.3 Wash hands before handling livestock, feed,
- personal/vehicle plant stock or other products.
decontamination 1.4 Put on appropriate clothing and footwear
 Potential contaminants before commencing work.
- Pathogens entering on 1.5 Secure store street clothing away from
clothing/footwear, equipment, livestock, feed or other agricultural
vehicles, produce.
- Contaminants enter in food
stuffs (food for animal or
human consumption, vaccines,
water or soil, items being
delivered to the enterprise or
be brought on to the site by
new livestock or pests.)
 Hand washing
 PPE and OSHS requirements
 Interpersonal Relationships and
Communication
 Safe handling and storage LO 2. Work in quarantine site. TLE_AFAHCT9-

procedures of chemicals and 2.1 Handle chemicals for disinfestations 12FSQ-IIIg-h-
quarantine products and/or administering medications to 74
- Storing separately feed mixes, livestock according to workplace
soils, growing media and other requirements.
products 2.2 Store chemicals for disinfestation and/or
 Pest and diseases incidence medications of livestock according to
 Alleged breaches of site quarantine workplace requirements.
procedures 2.3 Keep separately the different feed mixes,
(640 hours)
 Identify and control OSHS hazards soils and/or growing media and/or other
and risks related to quarantine products according to quarantine
procedures procedures.
 Proper wastes disposal according 2.4 Mark appropriately the different feed
to the 5 s and 3 r’s mixes, soils and/or growing media and/or
 Guidelines and standard other products according to quarantine
operating procedures (SOP). procedures.
- Waste products 2.5 Identify and report any cases of pest and
 feed spills disease incidence to supervisor.
 Unused/expired vaccine 2.6 Identify and report any breaches of
 Biological matter: quarantine procedures to supervisor.
 semen 2.7 Identify any OSHS hazards according to
 embryos enterprise policy and OSHS legislation and
 tissue samples codes.
 plant cuttings, 2.8 Take appropriate actions to any OSHS
 infected plants hazards according to enterprise policy and
 dead birds and manures OSHS legislation and codes.
 Material safety data sheets 2.9 Dispose all waste products according to
 Record keeping of information SOP.
relating to work in quarantine 2.10 Dispose all deceased livestock, unwanted
 Environmental rules and biological materials or damaged/infected
regulations plant stocks according to SOP.
 OSHS requirements 2.11 Record information relating to work in
quarantine site as required in the SOP.
 Quarantine policy and procedures LO 3. Assist in maintaining site quarantine TLE_AFAHCT9-

before entering the enterprise site procedures. 12FSQ-IIIi-75
 Report procedures for alleged 3.1 Inform all visitors of the quarantine
breaches of site quarantine procedures.
procedures 3.2 Provide all visitors with appropriate
 Lock gates and doors clothing and footwear, if required by SOP.
 Maintain security fencing 3.3 Note and report any breaches of
 Check/inspect deliveries for vehicle quarantine procedures by visitors to
decontamination supervisor.
 OHS risk and its control 3.4 Keep gates and doors locked where
required by SOP and supervisor
instructions.
3.5 Maintain installed security fencing
(640 hours)
according to supervisors instructions.
3.6 Check deliveries to site to ensure that
established proper procedures for vehicle
decontamination, unloading and receipt
and holding or storage of stock and/or
supplies are followed.
 Consequences of breaching site LO 4. Respond to site quarantine breach or TLE_AFAHCT9-

quarantine procedures problems. 12FSQ-IIIj-76
 Quarantine site disinfection 4.1 Identify and report the specific problem
 Control measure procedures for and its location to supervisor.
infected sites 4.2 Disinfect quarantine site and location of
 Isolating and monitoring suspected breach as required according to the
livestock and plant stock exposed specific nature of the problem and SOP.
in contaminants 4.3 Isolate livestock, plant stock suspected of
 Record breach or problem based being exposed to contaminants according
on SOP to SOP.
 HACCP plan 4.4 Monitor livestock, plant stock suspected of
 OHS hazard and risk control being exposed to contaminants for
evidence of contamination according to
SOP.
4.5 Record information about the breach or
problem according to SOP.
LESSON 20B: COLLECTING SAMPLES FOR A RURAL PRODUCTION OR HORTICULTURE MONITORING PROGRAM (CSR)
 Horticultural sites/ location The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Plan for collection of samples. TLE_AFAHCT9-
- Paddocks an understanding of collects samples for a rural 1.1 Confirm purpose and scope of sample 12CSR-IVa-77
- Farm building concepts, underlying production or horticulture collection activity from discussion with
- Work site theories and principles in monitoring program based on supervisor or work instructions.
- Nurseries collecting samples for a required task. 1.2 Read/hear sample collection schedule with
- Playing fields rural production or supervisor.
- Dams horticulture monitoring 1.3 Confirm sample collection schedule with
 Purpose and scope of biological program supervisor.
sample collection activities 1.4 Confirm sampling site location following
- Sample site enterprise guidelines.
- Sample collection schedule 1.5 Obtain approval for site access following
 Field procedures for sampling and enterprise guidelines.
(640 hours)
preservation 1.6 Identify samples to be collected and
 OSHS requirement preserved in conjunction with supervisor or
by reference to enterprise guidelines.
1.7 Assess range of likely operating conditions,
hazards and difficult/sensitive environments
for impact on sampling and testing.
 Preservation equipment and LO 2. Prepare equipment and resources. TLE_AFAHCT9-

processes 2.1 Source equipment required for sampling 12CSR-IVb-78
- Preserving equipment and preserving processes according to
 kick seines sampling procedures.
 containers for holding and 2.2 Check the availability and serviceability of
sorting samples, plastic equipment in accordance with enterprise
buckets, blood/saliva procedures.
- Sampling equipment 2.3 Collect data or record sheets/books.
 hand-held magnifying 2.4 Ready all equipment, data sheets and
glasses personnel to the sampling sites without
 tweezers or forceps injury or damage.
 small vegetable brushes, 2.5 Move equipment, data sheets and
wading boots personnel to the sampling sites without
 rubber gloves, thermometer injury or damage.
 yardstick
 sample record and
assessment form
 pencils and clipboard,
relevant field guides.
 Collect equipment and pre –
operational methods
- Electronic machines
- probes
- grabs
- nets
- dredges
- plankton nets
- water sample bottles
- bailer still and video cameras,
specialised machinery
identification keys
(640 hours)
 Protocol/guideline procedures in LO 3. Carry out sampling and preserving TLE_AFAHCT9-

sampling activities procedures. 12CSR-IVc-d-79
 Procedures in preserving samples 3.1 Collect samples in accordance with
- Collect samples sampling plan and enterprise procedures
- Preserve samples and industry protocols/guidelines.
- Prepare and package samples 3.2 Preserve samples in accordance with
for transport to laboratory sampling standards and guidelines.
according to standards 3.3 Prepare samples for external analysis for
 Habitat assessment procedures laboratory procedure in accordance with
 OSHS requirement sampling schedule and laboratory
standards.
3.4 Pack samples for external analysis for
laboratory procedures in accordance with
sampling schedule and laboratory
standards.
3.5 Send samples for external analysis to
laboratory in accordance with sampling
schedule and laboratory standards.
3.6 Pack hazardous materials in accordance
with legislative requirements.
3.7 Transport hazardous materials in
accordance with legislative requirements.
3.8 Make observations including information
on the surrounding area and
environmental conditions in accordance
with monitoring schedule.
3.9 Follow equipment operation and work
practices according to OHS requirements.
3.10 Report collection outcomes including
presentation of samples in accordance
with enterprise guidelines.
3.11 Deliver collection outcomes including
presentation of samples in accordance
with enterprise guidelines.
(640 hours)
 Sampling plans and procedures LO 4. Complete sample collection TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Collecting techniques (record, activities. 12CSR-IVe-80
forward, test and analyse) 4.1 Sanitize equipment and clothing in
 Proper handling of collecting accordance with enterprise procedures.
equipment according to enterprise 4.2 Store equipment and clothing in
procedures. accordance with enterprise procedures.
 Environment act and legislation 4.3 Repair damaged or malfunctioning
 PPE and OSHS requirements equipment on site.
4.4 Send damaged or malfunctioning
equipment to manufacturer or specialist.
4.5 Record accurately sampling results and
observations on data sheets in accordance
with enterprise procedures.
4.6 Forward sampling results and observations
on data sheets in accordance with
enterprise procedures.
4.7 Convey changes in field conditions and
equipment to supervisor according to
enterprise procedures.
LESSON 20C: HANDLING BULK MATERIALS IN STORAGE AREA (HBM)
 Types and selection of materials, The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Prepare to work in bulk materials TLE_AFAHCT9-
tools and equipment appropriate an understanding of handles bulk materials in storage storage area. 12HBM-IVf-81
in handling bulk materials in concepts, underlying area based on required task. 1.1 Interpret work undertaken from the work
storage area theories and principles in program where necessary, and confirm
 Routine check-up of tools and handling bulk materials in with the management.
equipment storage area. 1.2 Assess OSHS risk and hazards.
 Manual handling procedures and 1.3 Implement suitable controls for OSHS risk
techniques of materials and hazards.
 PPE and OSHS requirement 1.4 Use suitable personal protective clothing
 Common OSHS risk and hazards and equipment.
and its control 1.5 Maintain personal protective clothing and
 Interpersonal relations and equipment.
communication between 1.6 Select tools and equipment that are
supervisor and workers suitable to the work to be undertaken.
1.7 Maintain tools and equipment used in
(640 hours)
preparing the storage area.
1.8 Assess environmental implications of
undertaking work in the bulk materials
storage area.
1.9 Inform workers on what to do in case this
type of emergency or things will
happen/occur.
LO 2. Sample bulk materials for testing.
 Client’s sampling and classification 2.1 Take representative samples of bulk TLE_AFAHCT9-
requirements materials for testing in line with the 12HBM-IVg-82
 Samples of bulk materials for requirements of the bulk materials storage
testing: program.
- Crop harvested (such as 2.2 Undertake sampling safely, following the
cereals, legumes, pulse crops, prescribed guidelines for the activity.
oilseeds and pasture seeds) 2.3 Prepare representative bulk materials
- Animal feed or fertilizers. samples for dispatch according to the
 Procedures in preparing sample guidelines of the organization and the
bulk materials for testing: analysing body.
- PPE and OSHS requirement for 2.4 Label representative bulk materials
testing samples clearly for dispatch according to
- Prepare bulk material samples the guidelines of the organization and the
- Label bulk material samples analysing body.
- Packing of bulk material 2.5 Pack representative bulk materials samples
samples for dispatch according to the guidelines of
- Dispatching the samples the organization and the analysing body.
2.6 Dispatch samples to the analysing body,
according to the requirements of the bulk
materials storage program.
 Types and characteristics of bulk LO 3. Move bulk materials into and out of TLE_AFAHCT9-
materials storage. 12HBM-IVh-i-
 Bulk materials storage program 3.1 Identify correctly bulk materials for 83
 Methods and procedures of handling and storage from the written or
moving bulk materials into and out verbal instructions.
of storage 3.2 Segregate bulk materials according to
 Bulk segregation classification type, variety and quality characteristics
- Type according to the requirements of the
- Variety organization as stated in the bulk materials
- Quality storage program.
(640 hours)
 Types of silo and handling 3.3 Take measures to minimize insects and
equipment weeds infestation and contamination
 PPE and OSHS requirements during the movement of the bulk
materials.
3.4 Check bulk materials regularly to avoid
insect infestation and contamination during
movement according to enterprise
requirements.
3.5 Clean any storage and handling equipment
thoroughly after emptying according to the
procedures of the organization and the
nature of the equipment.
3.6 Move bulk materials into and out of
storage according to the procedures of the
organization, and following the prescribed
OSHS procedures.
3.7 Select silo types and handling equipment
for each bulk material type in relation to
their storage characteristics and flow
properties and according to the
requirements of the bulk materials storage
program.
3.8 Implement suitable measures to minimize
the effect of desiccant dusts on the flow
properties of bulk materials.
3.9 Maintain updated clear and accurate
records when required by the bulk
materials storage program.
 Types of storage facility LO 4. Repair and maintain storage facility. TLE_AFAHCT9-
- Temporary storage 4.1 Identify the need for repairs to the facility 12HBM-IVj-84
- Permanent Storage through observation or instruction.
 Typical signs of damage in storage 4.2 Conduct maintenance and repairs
facility according to the requirements of the
 Maintenance schedule and organization and following the prescribed
program OSHS procedures and taking into account
 Maintenance procedures for tools environmental considerations.
and equipment 4.3 Document completed maintenance records
 PPE and OSHS requirements and other appropriate information in
(640 hours)
accordance with enterprise requirements.
4.4 Maintain workshop and work areas
according to OSHS and enterprise
requirements.
4.5 Report maintenance and repairs, damage,
malfunctions or irregular performance in
machinery, tools and equipment in line
with organizational requirements.
4.6 Maintain tools and equipment in line with
OSHS and organizational requirements.
LESSON 20D: PREPARING GRAIN STORAGES (PGS)
LO 1. Prepare to work in bulk material
 Types and selection of tools, The learner demonstrates The learner independently storage area. TLE_AFAHCT9-
materials, and equipment an understanding of prepares grain storage based on 1.1 Understand work to be undertaken based 12PGS-IIIf-73
appropriate in preparing bulk concepts, underlying required task. on the work program if necessary, and
material storage area theories and principles in confirm with supervisor.
 Manual handling procedure and preparing grain storage. 1.2 Assess OSHS risk and hazards.
techniques in preparing bulk 1.3 Implement suitable controls for OSHS risk
material storage area and hazards.
 PPE and OSHS requirement 1.4 Use suitable personal protective
 Common OSHS hazards and its equipment.
control 1.5 Maintain personal protective equipment.
1.6 Select tools and equipment suitable for the
work to be undertaken.
1.7 Assess outcomes on environmental
implications of undertaking work in the
bulk material storage area and take
responsible actions.
 Procedures in preparing bulk LO 2. Prepare storage area.
materials in the storage area 2.1 Clean storage site of weeds, dust and TLE_AFAHCT9-
 Disposal of waste materials spillage according to organization 12PGS-IIIg-74
according to requirements left over requirements.
treatments unused containers 2.2 Dispose of refuse according to regulatory
general debris discarded requirements.
components 2.3 Maintain site in a clean and tidy condition
 Maintenance of site in a clean and according to organization requirements.
tidy condition 2.4 Prepare storage site according to OSHS
 PPE and OSHS requirements standards.
(640 hours)
 Procedures in preparing storage LO 3. Prepare storages. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Appropriate legislative 3.1 Prepare storages according to OSHS 12PGS-IIIh-75
requirements, manufacturers standards.
instructions and enterprise 3.2 Clean all residues of bulk material storages
procedures instructions according to organization requirements.
 Equipment and storage facility 3.3 Check bulk material storages for structural
assessment safety, damage or deterioration, and repair
 Procedure is establishing or report as required according to
temporary storage according to organization requirements.
OSHS requirements 3.4 Erect temporary storages to meet the
needs of the organization according to
OSHS standards.
 Common bulk handling equipment LO 4. Prepare bulk material handling TLE_AFAHCT9-

- silo conveyors machinery. 12PGS-IIIi-76
- elevators 4.1 Clean bulk material handling machinery
- chutes, and augers with contamination and residues according
- tractors to organization requirements.
- front-end loaders, 4.2 Set bulk material handling equipment
- two-way radio/ telephone, wall according to organization requirements.
charts and other visual 4.3 Prepare bulk material handling equipment
recording methods for use according to manufacturers
- warning devices, instructions and OSHS standards.
ventilation/aeration equipment
 Pre-operational and safety checks,
servicing and maintenance
procedures for tools and
equipment
- Cleaning
- Setting
- Preparing for use
 Potential hazards associated with
the operation of basic tools and
equipment
(640 hours)
 General machine maintenance LO 5. Complete maintenance operations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

procedures 5.1 Record workplace information clearly and 12PGS-IIIj-77
 Machinery operating principles and accurately in the prescribed format and at
operating methods the time required by the organization.
 Machinery storage and protection 5.2 Dispose of or recycle waste to minimise
methods damage to the external environment.
 Provincial/municipal legislation, 5.3 Maintain tools and equipment according to
regulations and codes of practice organization work procedures.
with regard to workplace OSHS,
and the use and control of
machinery and equipment
 5’S and 3 R’s
 PPE and OSHS requirements
LESSON 20E: COMPLYING WITH INDUSTRY QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (CQA)
 Elements of industry quality The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Implement quality assurance TLE_AFAHCT9-
requirements an understanding of complies with industry quality practices on food safety and quality, 12CQA-IVa-b-
 HACCP requirements concepts, underlying assurance biosecurity and animal welfare. 78
 Record keeping practices theories and principles in requirements based on enterprise 1.1 Determine elements of the industry quality
complying with industry requirements. assurance requirements.
quality assurance 1.2 Identify hazards to food safety and quality
requirements. for work area according to enterprise
guidelines and standard operating
procedures.
1.3 Determine critical control points for work
area according to workplace procedures.
1.4 Complete record keeping according to
industry Quality Assurance requirements.
 Standard operating procedures LO 2. Implement standard operating TLE_AFAHCT9-

(SOP) relating to food safety procedures. 12CQA-IVc-d-
quality, biosecurity, and animal 2.1 Implement standard operating procedures 79
welfare in accordance with enterprise
 Industry chart requirements.
- Mission Statement 2.2 Report non-conforming or defective
- Work instructions product to supervisor according to
(640 hours)
- Corrective Actions enterprise/industry requirements.
- Monitoring procedures 2.3 Make corrective action in accordance with
 Policies and code of practice enterprise policy and procedures.
 Samples of non-conforming or
defective products
 Enterprise recording and reporting LO 3. Report problems that affect quality. TLE_AFAHCT9-
procedures. 3.1 Recognize potential or existing quality 12CQA-IVd-e-
 Common problems that affect problems. 80
quality from specification or work 3.2 Identify instances of variation in quality
instruction from specifications or work instructions.
 Interpersonal relationships and 3.3 Report variation and potential problems to
communication supervisor/manager according to enterprise
guidelines.
LESSON 20F: MAINTAINING AND MONITORING ENVIRONMENTAL WORK PRACTICES (MEW)
 Legislation, codes and national The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Maintain workplace environmental TLE_AFAHCT9-
standards on work place an understanding of maintains and monitors procedures. 12MEW-IVf-g-
environmental practices concepts, underlying environmental work practices 1.1 Follow workplace procedures and work 81
 OSHS risks and hazards and its theories and principles in based on enterprise instructions for integrated environmental
control maintaining and monitoring requirements. work practices for own work area.
environmental work 1.2 Convey to team members the workplace
practices. procedures and work instructions for
integrated environmental work practices
for own work area.
1.3 Follow relevant legislation, codes and
national standards that impact on
workplace environmental practices.
1.4 Convey to team members the relevant
legislation, codes and national standards
that impact on workplace environmental
practices.
(640 hours)
 Environmental risk and hazards LO 2. Recognize and report on potential TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Types of hazards environmental threats. 12MEW-IVg-h-
- Physical Hazards 2.1 Identify and report existing and potential 82
- Chemical Hazards environmental risks and hazards to
- Biological Hazards designated personnel.
 Food quality hazards 2.2 Record accurately the location and extent
environmental assessment of the potential environmental threat.
- Observation 2.3 Complete reports on the potential
- Recording environmental threat according to
- Reporting enterprise guidelines.
 Environmental issues and concerns LO 3. Support continuous improvement of TLE_AFAHCT9-

- sustainability reduction and environmental work practices. 12MEW-IVh-i-
disposal of waste 3.1 Suggest improvements to support the 83
-water quality development of improved environmental
-energy efficiency workplace practices according to gathered
-biodiversity information.
-habitat protection, conservation 3.2 Discuss environmental issues and their
of natural resources relationship to workplace practices in the
- air quality workplace.
- land contamination 3.3 Respond positively and promptly the
- noise changes to workplace approaches and
- soil and salinity management environmental practices in accordance
fire management. with enterprise requirements.
 Workplace approaches to 3.4 Inform individuals/teams of the results of
environmental practices environmental improvements in the
workplace.
 Prevent and minimize production
3.5 Identify environmental training needs of
of pollution
the work team members.
 Improve workplace maintenance 3.6 Seek required environmental training of
practices
the work team members.
(640 hours)
 Environmental records LO 4. Maintain environmental TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Environmental data Records. 12MEW-IVj-84
 Maintenance and inspection 4.1 Maintain environmental records accurately
reports and legibly in a form accessible for
 Incident or accident reports reporting purposes.
complaints from the public 4.2 Store environmental records securely and
accessible for reporting purposes.
4.3 Maintain internal and external reporting
procedures.
LESSON 20G: KEEPING RECORDS FOR A FARM BUSINESS (RFB)
 Record keeping The learner demonstrates The learner independently keeps LO 1. Prepare and store physical records. TLE_AFAHCT9-
- Physical records an understanding of records for a farm business based 1.1 Determine physical records and inventories 12RFB-Ia-b-73
 property plan concepts underlying on required task. required for the organization in
 livestock theories and principles in consultation with the management team.
 paddock treatments keeping records for a farm 1.2 Use time, resources and reliable methods
 Methods to identify sources of business. for collecting information efficiently.
information 1.3 Use appropriate interpersonal skills to
 Principles of effective access relevant information from
interpersonal skills individuals and teams.
- effective listening 1.4 Organize information into a format suitable
 Open questioning techniques for analysis, interpretation and
- verbal and non-verbal dissemination in accordance with
communication skills, organizational requirements.
appropriate body language, 1.5 Use business equipment/technology to
the ability to relate to people maintain information in accordance with
from a range of social, cultural organizational andOSHSrequirements.
and ethnic backgrounds and 1.6 Update records in accordance with
physical and mental abilities organizational requirements.
1.7 Store records in accordance with
organizational requirements.
(640 hours)
 Guidelines in the process of petty LO 2. Process petty cash transactions. TLE_AFAHCT9-

cash transaction 2.1 Check petty cash claims and vouchers for 12RFB-Ib-c-74
 Principles and procedures for cash accuracy and authenticity prior to
and non-cash handling processing.
 Principles of single entry 2.2 Process petty cash transactions in
accounting and cash flow accordance with organizational
statements requirements.
2.3 Record petty cash transactions in
accordance with organizational
requirements.
2.4 Balance petty cash book in accordance with
organizational requirements
 Maintaining cash book LO 3. Establish and maintain a cash book TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Documents in accordance with organizational 12RFB-Ic-d-75
- Manual requirements.
- Electronic 3.1 Check cash receipts and payment books
 Filing of records accurately in created, and documentation relating to
accordance with organizational financial transactions for validity prior to
requirements processing.
 Basic calculations and balance 3.2 Reconcile cash book balances with bank
accounts and creditor statements.
 Procedures in preparing cash flow 3.3 Use cash book balances to complete
statements and budgets legislative reporting requirements.
3.4 Prepare cash flow statements on the basis
of summarised cash book entries.
 Different creditors and debtors LO 4. Reconcile invoices for payment to TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Financial institutions creditors. 12RFB-Id-e-76
- Goods and service suppliers 4.1 Identify adjustments and errors in
- Rural merchants accordance with organizational
- Contractors requirements.
- Professional advisors 4.2 Report adjustments and errors in
- Cooperatives accordance with organizational
 Procedures in processing invoice requirements.
(640 hours)
and payments 4.3 Rectify adjustments and errors in
accordance with organizational
requirements.
4.4 Process invoices in accordance with
organizational requirements.
4.5 Make payments in accordance with
organizational requirements
 Taxation and auditing LO 5. Prepare invoices for debtors. TLE_AFAHCT9-

requirements 5.1 Prepare invoices accurately and, if 12RFB-Ie-77
 Accurate records of all business required, distribute to nominated persons
assets for verification prior to despatch.
- liabilities 5.2 Make adjustments as required in
- income, expenses and accordance with organizational
entitlements to be analyzed by requirements.
an accountant for compliance 5.3 Copy invoices and other related documents
purposes. in accordance with organizational
 Steps in filing of records and other requirements for taxation and auditing
documents in accordance with purposes.
organizational requirements 5.4 File invoices and other related documents
in accordance with organizational
requirements for taxation and auditing
purposes.
LESSON 20H: PERFORMING SPECIALIZED MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE (PSM)
 Classification of specialized The learner demonstrates The learner independently LO 1. Primemover checks. TLE_AFAHCT9-
machinery and equipment with an understanding of performs specialized machinery 1.1 Carry out regular primemover checks on 12PSM-If-g-78
primemovers concepts, underlying and equipment maintenance specialized machinery and equipment as
- Internal combustion engines theories and principles in based on required task. specified in operator’s manual.
- Electric motors performing specialized 1.2 Lubricate all relevant grease or lubricant
 Engine function principles. machinery and equipment points according to manufacturers’
 Pre-operational and safety checks maintenance. specifications.
of specialized machinery and 1.3 Change oils and filters at intervals
equipment prescribed in operator’s manual.
 PPE and OSHS requirements 1.4 Check systems (i.e. cooling, electrical,
lubrication, etc.) for deterioration and
(640 hours)
defects acted upon in line with supervisor’s
instructions.
1.5 Assess OSHS risk and hazards in the
workplace according to enterprise
requirements.
1.6 Report OSHS risk and hazards in the
workplace according to enterprise
requirements.
 Transmission and drive systems LO 2. Carry out transmission checks. TLE_AFAHCT9-

- Clutches 2.1 Check drive and steering clutches for 12PSM-Ig-h-79
- Gearbox operation and adjustment in line with
- Direct drive and power shaft operator’s manual.
transmission 2.2 Check transmission oil levels in line with
- Torque converter operator’s manual.
- Final drives( includes 2.3 Check tracks/wheels and undercarriage for
- universal Joints, drive links) oil leaks, wear and alignment.
 Engine specifications in line with 2.4 Identify faulty seals or leaks and take
power requirements. corrective actions according to operator’s
 Engine equipment instructions.
- oil/coolant levels 2.5 Check transmission regularly for belt
- filters alignment in case of transmission oil levels
- oil and in case of enclosed transmission.
- air
- fuel
- air conditioner
 Maintain machinery and equipment LO 3. Maintain components and TLE_AFAHCT9-

components attachments. 12PSM-Ih-i-80
- drive and steering clutch 3.1 Use suitable personal protective equipment
- transmission according to OSHS requirements.
- truck wheel and under 3.2 Maintain personal protective equipment
- carriage according to OSHS requirements.
- engine equipment 3.3 Check machine operational replacement of
- machine operating components for wear and condition.
component/wear component 3.4 Replace worn or unserviceable
(640 hours)
 buckets replacement components as part of daily
 blades routines.
 cutter teeth and forks 3.5 Complete component inspection and
- moving operational components replacement activities safely following
- elevator and loading chains enterprise and industry guidelines.
 cutters/knives 3.6 Check moving operational components for
 belts wear and condition and adjust to the
 Tools and equipment used for tolerances specified in the operator’s
maintenance manual where applicable.
 Spare parts and materials used in 3.7 Maintain work areas according to
maintaining specialized machinery enterprise and OSHS requirements.
 PPE and OHS requirements
 Common faults and defects of a LO 4. Record maintenance. TLE_AFAHCT9-

machine 4.1 Record identified faults and defects in 12PSM-Ij-81
 Hazard identification and control machine record.
 OSHS responsibilities of employees 4.2 Document maintenance procedures
and employers including duplicate usages in workshop
 Maintenance procedures and record.
workplace documentation 4.3 Report service or repair requirements
according to prescribed procedures.
4.4 Take possible action on service or repair
requirements according to prescribed
procedures.
LESSON 20I: INSTALLING IRRIGATION SYSTEMS (IIS)
 Tools, materials, equipment and The learner demonstrates The learner independently installs LO 1. Organize resources for installation TLE_AFAHCT9-
machinery according to irrigation an understanding of irrigation system based on work. 12IIS-IIa-b-82
system design concepts, underlying required task. 1.1 Select materials, tools, equipment and
 Methods and techniques of theories and principles in machinery according to the irrigation
irrigation system installing irrigation system. system, design requirements, and
- mains pressure enterprise work procedures.
- low pressure 1.2 Identify the construction site for the
- below ground irrigation system and construction method
- above ground according to the site and irrigation system
(640 hours)
- spray systems plans and enterprise work procedures.
- sripper and capillary systems. 1.3 Check parts and equipment delivered to
 Factors to consider in selecting site according to system drawings and
irrigation site specifications.
 Pre-operational check-up, safety 1.4 Carry out pre-operational and safety
and maintenance of parts and checks on tools, equipment and machinery
equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications
 PPE and OSHS requirement and enterprise work procedures.
1.5 Assess OSHS risk and hazards according to
OHS requirements and standards.
1.6 Implement controls on OSHS risk and
hazards according to OSHS requirements
and standards.
1.7 Use suitable safety and personal protective
equipment (PPE).
1.8 Maintain suitable safety and personal
protective equipment (PPE).
1.9 Check water supply to ensure that it is
compatible with system.
 Task in preparing site and working LO 2. Set out and prepare site. TLE_AFAHCT9-
area 2.1 Mark out irrigation lines consistent with the 12IIS-IIb-c-83
- disabling unused tools, plan.
equipment and machinery 2.2 Construct trenches at the specified depth
- storing neatly out of the way without damage to services, facilities,
installation activities, safely features and established plants.
storing materials on site 2.3 Follow equipment operation and work
- using signages and safety practices according to enterprise and
barriers during construction and legislative OSHS requirements.
removing them after 2.4 Observe regulations and legislation relevant
construction activities to the situation.
- swiftly and efficiently removing 2.5 Reflect work practices sustainable to
and processing debris and horticulture principles.
waste 2.6 Respond to local community requirements.
 OSHS and PPE requirements
(640 hours)
 Different examples of irrigation LO 3. Install irrigation components. TLE_AFAHCT9-

plans 3.1 Interpret plan according to enterprise 12IIS-IIc-d-84
 Methods and techniques of guidelines.
irrigation 3.2 Supervise contractors to follow the
 Components of an irrigation specified work plan.
system 3.3 Assemble components according to the
 Characteristics and operation of plan, joints and manufacturers
joints, valves and sprinkler specifications.
components 3.4 Test assembled components according to
 Water quality and water filtration the plan, joints and manufacturer’s
techniques specifications.
 Calculations for installing irrigation 3.5 Fit fittings and valves to the requirements
systems of the installation plan, and all joints are
 Enterprise OSHS procedures secured according to enterprise guidelines.
3.6 Adjust fittings and valves to the
requirements of the installation plan, and
all joints are secured according to
enterprise guidelines.
3.7 Maintain a clean and safe work area while
installation work is carried out.
3.8 Use tools appropriate to the task being
undertaken according to guidelines
3.9 Employ safe working practices.
 Behaviour of water on varying LO 4. Complete installation work. TLE_AFAHCT9-

terrain and soil types 4.1 Finish earthworks off to plan specifications 12IIS-IIe-85
 Soil water retention testing and enterprise work procedures.
techniques 4.2 Match the system configuration and
 Water quality and water filtration capacity with the installation plan.
techniques 4.3 Restore/Dispose waste material from the
 Calculations for installing irrigation site in an environmentally aware and
systems safety manner according to enterprise
 5 S and 3 R’s on waste disposal work procedures.
 Maintenance of tools and 4.4 Maintain tools, equipment and machinery
equipment according to enterprise work procedures.
(640 hours)
 Operation of pumps and water LO 5. Commission irrigation system. TLE_AFAHCT9-

flow rates 5.1 Follow start-up sequence in accordance 12IIS-IIe-86
 Common faults on irrigation with operations manual.
system 5.2 Flush system as required.
 Different testing equipment 5.3 Identify operating faults and take
- Pressure gauge corrective actions according to the
- Flow meters operations manual.
 Maintenance procedures and 5.4 Calibrate testing and monitoring
workplace documentation equipment according to manufacturer’s
 Record keeping procedures specifications.
5.5 Record or report work outcomes to the
supervisor according to enterprise work
procedures.
(640 hours)
RESOURCES
METHODOLOGY ASSESSMENT METHOD
TOOLS EQUIPMENT MATERIALS
 Bolos  Booth/temporary shed  Agri bags, plastic  Group discussion  Written exam
 Broomstick  Cart (Kariton&paragus)  Bamboo stick  Role playing  Actual Designing
 Calculator  Coolroom  Basket  Brainstorming  Actual Demonstration
 Container  Comb-tooth harrow  Bond paper  Lecture / discussion  Observation
 Cutting tools  Computer with record  Catching nets  Demonstration  Questioning
 Digging tools keeping software  Clips  Direct observation  Demonstration with
 Drying meter applications  Coconut dust  Self-paced / modular questioning
 Dulos  Crates  Compost  Simulation / role playing  Direct observation and
 Fruit crate  Drying oven  Fertilizers-various  Case studies interview
 Harvesting tools  Farm/ field  First aide supplies/medicine  Interaction  Direct observation
 Hat  Greenhouse/nursery  Flower inducer  Field visit/tour  Oral interview
 Knapsack sprayer  Harvesting equipment  Fungicides  Practical exercise  Portfolio assessment
 Knife  Irrigation system (sprinkler,  Gloves
 Light hoe mist/drip irrigation)  Growing media (garden soil,
 Moisture meter  Mower (grass cutter) sewed sand, compost, soil,
 Personal protection  Over head projector (OHP) manure and sawdust/rice
equipment  Portable chain saw  Killing bottles
 Petri-dish  Post-Harvest treatment  Marking pens
 pH meter equipment  Masks
 Pick mattock  Power sprayer  Material Safety Data Sheets
 Picking knife  Propagation equipment  Mulching material
 Plow  Pump for irrigation  Hair nets
 Plumbing tools  Rotavator  Packaging materials, assorted
 Post-Harvest treatment tools  Service vehicle  Pail
 Protective coat  Sorting /Grading equipment  Paper/bond
 Protective gadgets  Spike tooth harrow  Pencil
 Pruning sheers  Storage room  Pens
 Rake  Surface irrigation system  Pesticides/Insecticides
 Scissors  Tractor/ Carabao  Pieces of cloth
 Seed bed  Typewriter  Plastic bag
 Seedling tray  Plumbing supplies
 Shovel  Pots
 Sprinklers  Propagation materials e.g.
 Step ladder seeds spores, cuttings
 Storage tools/cabinet  Propagating media (garden
 Transplanting tools soil, sawdust, sand,
 Trowel composed, coconut coir)
(640 hours)
RESOURCES
METHODOLOGY ASSESSMENT METHOD
TOOLS EQUIPMENT MATERIALS
 Rice hull
 Rope, (small, med. Large)
 Rubber band
 Rubber boots
 Rubber knots
 Sacks
 Sample of matured
vegetable crops
 Seed box
 Seedlings, assorted
 Seeds
 Soil auger
 String
 Tetrazolium chemical
 Transplanting supplies
 Detergent, liquid and powder
soap
 Brush
Training Materials
 Brochures
 Instructional supplies and
materials
 Visual aids
 Reference materials/Books
(technical information on
horticultural and agronomic
crops)
 Reference manuals (first aide
kit with reference manual)
 Data (Data on result of soil
analysis)
 Procedural manuals
 Soil samples analysis
 Examples of farm standard
operating procedures (SOPs)
(640 hours)
GLOSSARY
1. Aflatoxin - Toxin produced by some strains of the fungi AspergilusFlavus and AspergilusParasticus; the most potent carcinogen yet
discovered.
2. Ambient condition - Ordinary room temperature and relative humidity.
3. Ambient air - Surrounding air (atmospheric).
4. Ambient storage - Treatment or practice extending post harvest life of harvested commodity beyond that of similar commodity held under ambient
conditions without treatment.
5. Airflow rate - Amount of air passing through an obstruction per unit of time.
6. ACIAR - Australian Center for International Agricultural Research
7. AFHB - ASEAN Food Handling Bureau
8. BPI - Bureau of Plant Industry
9. BPRE - Bureau of Post Harvest Research & Extension
10. Curing - The process of toughening and self-healing of bruises and skinned areas in root and tubes crops or the rapid closing of the neck
of bulb crops under favourable conditions
11. Driller - A machine for sowing in furrows
12. Drip Irrigation - Application of water through small tubes and orifices or emitters which discharge small quantity of water to the base of the plant
13. Dry-bulb temperature - Temperature of air indicated by a standard temperature
14. Equilibrium moisture content - The moisture content at which moisture in a product is in equilibrium with the surrounding air. The product does not gain or loss
moisture.
15. Fogging - To cover or envelope with fog
16. Foliar Fertilizer - Fertilizer formulation containing nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium plus selected micronutrient elements such as (Ca, Mg, Mn,
Fe, Zn, Cl, B, Cu, S) applied by spraying on the leaves
17. Fumigant - Chemical compound which acts in the gaseous state to destroy insects and their larvae.
18. Fumigation - The process of treating stored products with insecticides/pesticides and the like in fumes or vapor form.
19. Furrow Irrigation - A method of supplying water through a canal system wherein water flows down or across the slope of the field
20. Furrowing - Final step in land preparation by making furrows or beds for planting
21. GATT - General Agreement on Tariff and Trade
22. Grading - The process of classifying into groups according to a set of recognized criteria of quality and size, each group bearing an
accepted name and size grouping.
23. Growing Medium - Mixture of different materials such as; soil, sand, compost, coir dust, rice hull, perlite, peat, etc. for growing seedlings
24. HACCP - Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
25. Hardening - The process of gradually withholding water and exposing to direct sunlight to prevent seedlings from transplanting stress/shock
26. Harrowing - Breaking of large soil clods that are caused by plowing
27. Hilling-Up - The process of covering the applied fertilizer material by raising the soil towards the base of the plant to further stabilize its stand
for better plant growth.
28. Hygrometer - An instrument that measures humidity.
29. Insect pest - A destructive or harmful insect.
30. Irrigation - Method of supplying water to sustain plant growth
31. Off-Baring - Process of cultivating the soil away from the base of the plants
(640 hours)
32. Pricking-Off - The methods of transferring of seedling to avoid overcrowding
33. Larvae - The first stage of the life cycle of insects after leaving the egg.
34. Manometer - Instrument that measures air pressure.
35. Maturity - The quality or state of ripeness, or of being fully developed grain.
36. Maturity index - The signs or indications that a commodity is mature and is ready to be harvested.
37. Moisture content - The conventional index used to determine whether the seed is dry enough for safe storage or for milling usually expressed in
percent (% M.C.).
38. Molds - A superficial often woolly growth produced on various forms of organic matter, especially when damp or decaying.
39. MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
40. NFA - National Food Authority
41. NSIC - National Seed Industry Council
42. Packaging - The technology or process to ensure adequate protection and safe delivery of a product from the producers to the ultimate
consumers.
43. Packing - Act of putting commodities in a container.
44. Packinghouse - A place where the preparatory steps for storage or marketing are done.
45. Pallet - Low portable platform made of wood or metal or in combination to facilitate handling, storage or transport of materials as a unit
load using forklift.
46. Perishables - Food crops for which value and/or quality is maintained over a short period of time after harvest. These include fruits, vegetables,
flowers, young coconut, nursery stocks and some staple root crops, such as: sweet potato, cassava and yam.
47. Post-harvest disease - A disease observed after harvest regardless of when or where initial infestation took place.
48. Post- harvest handling - A specific term used for the movement of commodities and operations through which a commodity undergoes from harvest to
possession of the fixed consumer, includes the technological aspects of marketing and distribution.
49. Post- harvest infection - Plant infection that takes place after harvest.
50. Post- harvest life - The period of time during which a commodity is still acceptable for its intended purpose.
51. Pre- cooling - The rapid cooling (48 hours or less) of a commodity to a desired transit or storage temperature soon after harvest before it is
stored or moved in transit.
52. Pupa - An intermediate stage of an insect that preys on one or more plants and animals that man wishes to preserve for his own use.
53. Refrigeration - Process of removing heat from a compartment or substance so that temperature is lowered and then maintained at a desirable
level, usually refers to refrigeration by mechanical means.
54. Relative humidity - Actual vapor pressure of the air relative to saturation.
55. Respiration - A biological process by which organic materials are broken down to simpler forms accompanied by the release of energy and
heat.
56. Ripening - The state of development of a fruit when it becomes soft and edible applies strictly to climacteric type fruit.
57. Rodents - Refers to rats and mice which destroy grains and other stored products.
58. Senescence - The final phase in the life of an organ in which a series of normally irreversible events are initiated leading to cellular breakdown
or death of the organ.
59. Side-Dress Fertilizer - Additional amount of any fertilizer materials applied at the onset of flowering to complete the nutritional requirement of the crop
60. Sprinkler Irrigation - A mechanical method of supplying water over the standing crop by means of a nozzle which is rotated by water pressure
61. Synthetic Mulch - A mulching materials made either of polyethylene or non-woven fabric
(640 hours)
62. Sorting - The process of classifying into groups designated by the person classifying crops or commodities the produce either according to
set criteria.
63. Standard - Set of criteria and specifications of quality determining the grades, described as product characteristics; such as: maturity, color,
cleanliness, shape, free from decay and blemishes and uniformity of size.
64. Storage - The process of keeping horticultural crops in a structure designed to protect the stored products from inclement weather and
pests for a short or long period of time to await processing or movement to other location.
65. Storage life - The longest time produce can be kept in a sound marketable condition.
66. Tachometer - An instrument that measures revolutions per minute
67. Tillage - The mechanical manipulation of the soil
68. Transplants - Vegetable seedlings produced for transplanting
69. Trellis - A support structure for vinyl crops and can either be T, I, Y, A shaped
70. Velometer - An instrument that measures velocity of air flow
71. Waxing - Application of a thin film of surface coating to fruits and vegetables.
72. Wet-bulb temperature - The temperature of moist air indicated by a thermometer whose bulb is covered with a moist with which the air flow passing
over has a velocity of 15 ft per second.
(640 hours)
CODE BOOK LEGEND
Sample: TLE_AFAHCT9-12LWC-Ia-1
LEGEND SAMPLE DOMAIN / COMPONENT CODE
Technology and Livelihood TLE_ Leading Work Place Communication LWC
Learning Area and
Education_ Leading Small Team LST
Strand/ Subject or
First Entry Agri-Fishery Arts AFA Developing and Practicing Negotiation Skills PNS
Specialization
Horticulture NC III HCT Solving Prolems Related to Work Activities PRW
Grade Level 9 to 12 9-12 Using Mathematical Concepts and Techniques MCT
Uppercase Domain/ Content/ Leading Work Place Using Relevant Technologies URT
LWC
Letter/s Component/ Topic Communication Applying Safety Measures in Farm Operations SMF
- Using Farm Tools and Equipment TFE
Performing Estimation and Basic Calculation EBC
Roman Numeral
Preparing Land for Horticultural Crop Production LHC
*Zero if no specific Quarter First Quarter I
Implementing a Post-Harvest Program IPH
Quarter
Implementing a Plant Nutrition Program IPN
Lower case Controling Weeds CTW
letter/s Preparing and Applying Chemicals PAC
*Put an en-dash (-) Establishing Horticultural Crops EHC
Week Week one a
in between letters Coordinating a Horticultural Crop Maintenance Program HCM
to indicate more Coordinating Horticultural Crop Harvesting HCH
than a specific week Undertaking Propagation Activities UPA
- Undertaking Field Budding and Grafting FBG
Arabic Number Competency Lead workplace communication. 1 Following Site Quarantine Procedures FSQ
Collecting Samples for a Rural Production or Horticulture Program CSR
Handling Bulk Materials in Storage Area HBM
Preparing Grain Storages PGS
Complying with Industry Quality Assurance Requirements CQA
Maintaining and Monitoring Environmental Work Practices MEW
Keeping Records for a Farm Business RFB
Performing Specialised Machinery and Equipment Maintenance PSM
Installing Irrigation System IIS
(640 hours)
Technology-Livelihood Education and Technical-Vocational Track specializations may be taken between Grades 9 to 12.
Schools may offer specializations from the four strands as long as the minimum number of hours for each specialization is met.
Please refer to the sample Curriculum Map on the next page for the number of semesters per Agri-Fishery Arts specialization and those that have pre-requisites. Curriculum
Maps may be modified according to specializations offered by a school.
(640 hours)
* Please note that these subjects have pre-requisites mentioned in the CG.
+ **This is just a sample. Schools make their own
CG updated based on new Training Regulations of TESDA.
curriculum maps considering the specializations to
Other specializations with no prerequisites may be taken up during these semesters.
be offered. Subjects may be taken up at any point
during Grades 9-12.
(640 hours)
Reference:
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority-Qualification Standards Office. Training Regulations for Horticulture NC III. Taguig City, Philippines: TESDA, 2006.

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K to 12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM

INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

CONTENT CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE

DEVELOPING PERSONAL ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS (PECS)

UNDERSTANDING THE ENVIRONMENT AND MARKET OF BUSINESSES (EM)

 Method/techniques of discussion LO 2. Lead workplace discussion. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Identitification of problems and LO 3. Identify and communicate issues TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 2: LEADING SMALL TEAM (LST)

 Duties and responsibilities of each LO 2. Assign responsibilities among TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Knowledge and skills in setting LO 3. Set performance expectation for TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Knowledge and skills in monitoring LO 4.Supervise team performance. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Background information on other The learner demonstrates LO 1. Plan negotiations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Decision making and conflict LO 2. Participate in negotiations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 4: SOLVING PROBLEMS RELATED TO WORK ACTIVITIES (PRW)

 Normal operating parameters and LO 2. Identify the problem. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Non-routine process and quality LO 3. Determine the possible cause/s of TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 5: USING MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES (MCT)

 Problem-based questions LO 2. Apply mathematical TLE_AFHCT9-

 Four fundamental operations LO 3. Analyze results. TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 6: USING RELEVANT TECHNOLOGIES (URT)

 Office technology LO 2. Apply relevant technology. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Proper storage of tools, materials LO 3. Safekeep/dispose tools, materials TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 8: USING FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (FTE)

 Maintenance of tools and LO 3. Perform preventive maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 9: PERFORMING ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION (EBC)

 Perform calculation LO 2. Perform basic workplace calculation. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Types, uses and selection of LO 2. Prepare the cultivating equipment. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Land clearing operation LO 3. Cultivate soil. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Planting layout LO 4. Prepare site for planting. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Clean and store equipment LO 5. Complete land preparation TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Grade harvested produce LO 3. Implement post-harvest work. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Waste disposal requirements of LO 4. Implement hazardous waste disposal TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Packaging requirements for LO 5. Implement packaging requirements TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Types of storage facility LO 6. Implement storage requirements of TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 12: IMPLEMENTING A PLANT NUTRITION PROGRAM (IPN)

 oil test kit

 Common nutrient deficiency and LO 3. Determine nutritional problems in TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Types and uses of various LO 4. Prepare to use fertilizers. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Selection and uses of farm tools, LO 5. Prepare application equipment. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Methods of controlling weeds LO 2. Plan the implementation of control TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Principles and practices of using LO2. Prepare appropriate chemical. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Meteorological conditions/forcasts LO 4. Apply chemicals. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Tools and equipment for cleaning LO 5. Clean up following chemical TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Record keeping related to chemical LO 6. Record application details. TLE_AFAHCT9-

CORE COMPETENCIES (HORTICULTURAL)

 Select, use and maintain PPE LO 3. Sow the crop. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Record keeping related to seeding, LO 4. Complete seeding operations. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Identification of farm work team LO 2. Implement the crop maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Disposal of waste LO 3. Complete crop maintenance TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 17: COORDINATING HORTICULTURAL CROP HARVESTING (HCH)

 Confirmation of delivery details LO 5. Deliver of crop to specified TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 18: UNDERTAKING PROPAGATION ACTIVITIES (UPA)

 Pre-treatment procedures for a LO 2. Propagate plants. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Record keeping related to LO 3. Complete propagation activities. TLE_AFAHCT9-

LESSON 19: UNDERTAKING FIELD BUDDING AND GRAFTING (FBG)

 Selection of budding/ grafting LO 2. Prepare budding and grafting TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Selection of budding/ grafting LO 3. Bud/graft scion work. TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Maintenance and storage of tools LO 4. Complete budding/ grafting TLE_AFAHCT9-

 Safe handling and storage LO 2. Work in quarantine site. TLE_AFAHCT9-